How To Fix HRPADAE016 - Invalid Emirates ID number entered; see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADAE - Message Class PB UAE

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Invalid Emirates ID number entered; see long text

What causes this issue?

The number of the Emirates Identity Card (also known as 'Emirates ID')
must meet the following criteria:
It must contain numeric characters only, without hyphens
It must be 15 characters long
The first three numbers must be the UAE ISO code, that is, 784
The next four numbers must be the employee's birth year in Gregorian
format, for example, 1980. The employee birth year is validated from the
data that is entered in Infotype 0002
The last digit is the check digit, which is calculated from the first 14
digits using an alogrithm set by
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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?

Ensure that the entered number meets the specified criteria.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADAE016 - Invalid Emirates ID number entered; see long text ?

  The SAP error message HRPADAE016, which indicates "Invalid Emirates ID number entered; see long text," typically occurs in the context of HR processes in the UAE, particularly when dealing with employee records and their Emirates ID numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Format: The Emirates ID number may not be in the correct format. Emirates ID numbers are usually 15 digits long.
  Invalid Number: The number entered may not correspond to a valid Emirates ID. This could be due to a typo or an outdated ID.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be spaces, special characters, or other formatting issues in the input field.
  System Configuration: The SAP system may not be configured correctly to validate Emirates ID numbers.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify the Emirates ID: Check the Emirates ID number for accuracy. Ensure it is exactly 15 digits and does not contain any spaces or special characters.
  Consult Long Text: Review the long text associated with the error message in SAP for additional context or specific instructions.
  Update Employee Records: If the Emirates ID has changed or is incorrect in the system, update the employee's record with the correct ID.
  Check System Configuration: Ensure that the SAP system is configured to recognize and validate Emirates ID numbers correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP HR module administrator or technical support.
  Testing: After making corrections, re-enter the Emirates ID to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation for guidelines on handling employee identification numbers in the UAE.
  Support: If the issue continues, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT department for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADAE016 error and ensure that the Emirates ID number is correctly processed in the SAP system.