How To Fix HRPADNO_EDG138 - PERNR:&1 not included. EmploymentID:&2 is already used.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_EDG - EDAG messages

• Message number: 138

• Message text: PERNR:&1 not included. EmploymentID:&2 is already used.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG138 - PERNR:&1 not included. EmploymentID:&2 is already used. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG138 indicates that there is an issue with the personnel number (PERNR) and the Employment ID in the context of HR data processing. Specifically, the message states that the personnel number is not included, and the Employment ID is already in use.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Employment ID: The Employment ID you are trying to use is already associated with another personnel number in the system. This can happen if there are multiple records for the same Employment ID, which is not allowed.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the Employment ID or personnel number is incorrectly specified.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or duplicates that were not resolved during the migration process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are causing this error, particularly in the HR module.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check for Duplicates: Verify if the Employment ID is already in use by checking the relevant tables (e.g., PA0001, PA0002) for existing records. If it is, you will need to either use a different Employment ID or resolve the duplication.
  Correct Data Entry: Ensure that the personnel number and Employment ID are entered correctly. Double-check for typos or incorrect values.
  Data Cleanup: If the issue is due to data migration, you may need to clean up the data by removing or merging duplicate records.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings in the HR module to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no restrictions causing this error.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP documentation for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to investigate the personnel records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HR documentation for guidelines on managing personnel numbers and Employment IDs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.