How To Fix HRPADCN208 - Enter a sequence; previously used sequence was &1

HRPADCN208 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCN - Message class China Master Data

• Message number: 208

• Message text: Enter a sequence; previously used sequence was &1

What causes this issue?

Sequence field was not maintained.

System Response

The system tried to automatically assign a sequence but was not able to,
because the existing sequences are not numeric. The last used sequence
is displayed, for your reference.

How to fix this error?

Enter a sequence, according to your sequence naming convention.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPADCN208 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPADCN208 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with personnel administration or payroll processes. This error indicates that a sequence number is required for a specific action, and the system is prompting the user to enter a valid sequence number. The message also references a previously used sequence number, denoted as &1.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Sequence Number: The user did not enter a sequence number when it was required.
  Incorrect Sequence Number: The sequence number entered does not match the expected format or is not valid for the current context.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in data entry, leading to the omission of the sequence number.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter a Valid Sequence Number: When prompted, enter a valid sequence number that corresponds to the action you are trying to perform. Ensure that it follows the expected format.
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