How To Fix HRMGE00GENERAL020 - Enter a valid Home Personnel number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRMGE00GENERAL - Message Class for Management of Global Employees

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Enter a valid Home Personnel number

What causes this issue?

If the home country is using SAP for HR, then enter the SAP personnel
number of the person in the home country into this field.
It will allow to refer to data of the home personnel number
during the Global Employee processing.
If no home SAP personnel number is available, then enter the home
country.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRMGE00GENERAL020 - Enter a valid Home Personnel number ?

  The SAP error message HRMGE00GENERAL020 ("Enter a valid Home Personnel number") typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module when a user attempts to access or process data related to a personnel number that is either invalid or does not exist in the system. Here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Personnel Number: The personnel number entered does not exist in the database.
  Incorrect Input: The personnel number may have been mistyped or formatted incorrectly.
  Data Deletion: The personnel record may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for access.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the personnel number.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the HR module or the specific transaction being used.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Double-check the personnel number for accuracy. Ensure that it is entered correctly without any extra spaces or incorrect characters.
  Check Existence: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to verify if the personnel number exists in the system.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the personnel data. This may require coordination with the system administrator or HR department.
  Consult with HR: If the personnel number is supposed to exist but cannot be found, consult with the HR department to check if the record has been deleted or archived.
  System Configuration: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with an SAP Basis or HR consultant to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP HR, such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for personnel actions).
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Documentation: Refer to user manuals or training materials related to SAP HR for guidance on entering and managing personnel data.
  
  If the problem continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to escalate the issue to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.