How To Fix FSBP_FS_ATTRIBUTES024 - Personnel number & contains non-numeric characters

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FSBP_FS_ATTRIBUTES - Financial Services Specific Data

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Personnel number & contains non-numeric characters

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FSBP_FS_ATTRIBUTES024 - Personnel number & contains non-numeric characters ?

  The SAP error message FSBP_FS_ATTRIBUTES024 indicates that the personnel number you are trying to process contains non-numeric characters. This error typically occurs in the context of SAP's Financial Services or Human Capital Management modules when a personnel number is expected to be purely numeric but includes letters or special characters.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The personnel number entered may have been mistyped or incorrectly formatted, including letters or symbols.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may have been issues with the data format, leading to non-numeric characters being included in personnel numbers.
  Configuration Issues: The system may be configured to expect a specific format for personnel numbers, and the input does not meet these criteria.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Input: Check the personnel number you are entering to ensure it contains only numeric characters (0-9). Remove any letters or special characters.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the input process to ensure that only numeric personnel numbers can be entered.
  Data Correction: If the personnel number is stored in the database with non-numeric characters, you may need to correct the data directly in the database or through a data correction process.
  Review Migration Processes: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that personnel numbers were correctly formatted during the transfer.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidelines on personnel number formats and any related configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to view the personnel number data in the relevant tables (e.g., PA0001 for HR master data).
  User Training: Ensure that users entering personnel numbers are trained on the correct format and understand the importance of data integrity.
  System Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the relevant SAP modules to ensure they align with your organization's data entry standards.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.