How To Fix FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR104 - Combination of Ext. ID &1 and ID &2 inconsistent. Processing cancelled.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Combination of Ext. ID &1 and ID &2 inconsistent. Processing cancelled.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR104 - Combination of Ext. ID &1 and ID &2 inconsistent. Processing cancelled. ?

  The SAP error message FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR104 indicates that there is an inconsistency between the external ID and the internal ID in the system. This typically occurs in the context of employee data processing, particularly when dealing with external data sources or interfaces.
  Cause:
  
  
  Data Mismatch: The external ID (e.g., from an external system or file) does not match the internal ID in the SAP system. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect data entry.
  Changes in the employee ID in the SAP system that were not reflected in the external system.
  Data corruption or misalignment during data transfer.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not aligned with the external data source.
  
  
  Missing Data: The employee record may not exist in the SAP system, or the external ID may not be properly mapped to an internal ID.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Data: Check the external ID and internal ID for the employee in question. Ensure that they are correctly mapped and that there are no typographical errors.
  
  
  Update Records: If the external ID has changed, update the external system or the SAP system to ensure consistency.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to employee data processing in SAP. Ensure that the mapping between external and internal IDs is correctly set up.
  
  
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the employee data to identify any discrepancies. This may involve using transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the relevant tables.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and others that may help in reviewing employee records.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to FS4BPU_EMPL_MINIMSTR104 for any known issues or fixes.
  Data Migration Tools: If this error arises during data migration, ensure that the migration tools are correctly configured and that the data mapping is accurate.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the error message.