Message type: E = Error
Message class:  HRPAYSA - Mesasge class for package PC24 
Message number: 040
Message text: Iqama Number Not Captured on Infotype 0185
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The SAP error message HRPAYSA040, which states "Iqama Number Not Captured on Infotype 0185," typically occurs in the context of managing employee data in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with employees who are working in Saudi Arabia or other regions where an Iqama (residency permit) is required.
Cause: The error indicates that the Iqama number, which is a critical piece of information for employees working in certain countries, has not been entered or captured in Infotype 0185 (which is used for capturing employee data related to residency permits). This can happen due to: Missing Data Entry: The Iqama number has not been entered in the employee's record. Incorrect Infotype Configuration: The Infotype may not be configured correctly to capture the Iqama number. Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the Iqama number may not have been transferred correctly. User Error: The user may have overlooked entering the Iqama
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