How To Fix HRITFDEPSVADM018 - Reference number (REFNR) is already assigned

HRITFDEPSVADM018 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFDEPSVADM - HR Infotype Framework Germany Public Sector PAdm

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Reference number (REFNR) is already assigned

What causes this issue?

Reference number (REFNR) is already assigned.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Use a different reference number.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRITFDEPSVADM018 - Details

• The SAP error message HRITFDEPSVADM018 indicates that a reference number (REFNR) you are trying to assign is already in use. This typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) processes, particularly when dealing with infotypes or data records that require unique identifiers.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Reference Number: The most common cause is that the reference number you are trying to use has already been assigned to another record in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to an attempt to reuse an existing reference number.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration may not allow for the reuse of certain identifiers, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Verify if the reference number you are trying to use is already assigned to another record. You can do this by querying the relevant infotype or table in SAP.
  Use a Different Reference Number: If the reference number is