How To Fix HREFIGB021 - Update of table T5GEF01 failed for key &1

HREFIGB021 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREFIGB - Messages for Electronic-Filing

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Update of table T5GEF01 failed for key &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREFIGB021 - Update of table T5GEF01 failed for key &1 ?

  The SAP error message HREFIGB021 indicates that there was a failure in updating the table T5GEF01 for a specific key. This error typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) data processing, particularly when dealing with employee data or payroll information.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The data being processed may not meet the integrity constraints defined for the table T5GEF01. This could be due to missing mandatory fields, incorrect data formats, or duplicate entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the update may not have the necessary authorizations to modify the data in the T5GEF01 table.
  Database Locking: The table may be locked by another process or transaction, preventing the update from being completed.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues such as database connectivity problems or issues with the SAP application server.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Validity: Review the data being processed to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that