How To Fix HRPAYUS_MESSAGES124 - File "&1": Invalid employee identification "&2".

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYUS_MESSAGES - Message class for US Payroll functionalities

• Message number: 124

• Message text: File "&1": Invalid employee identification "&2".

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYUS_MESSAGES124 - File "&1": Invalid employee identification "&2". ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYUS_MESSAGES124 indicates that there is an issue with the employee identification number in the specified file. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or employee data management within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, particularly in the United States payroll system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Employee ID: The employee identification number provided in the file does not match any existing employee records in the SAP system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the employee ID when it was entered into the file.
  File Format Issues: The file may not be formatted correctly, leading to misinterpretation of the employee ID.
  Employee Status: The employee may not be active or may have been terminated, which could lead to the ID being considered invalid.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll system or the employee master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Employee ID: Check the employee identification number in the file against the employee master data in SAP to ensure it is correct.
  Correct Data Entry: If there is a typographical error, correct it in the file and reprocess.
  Check File Format: Ensure that the file is formatted correctly according to SAP specifications. This includes checking delimiters, data types, and structure.
  Employee Status Check: Verify the status of the employee in the system. If the employee is inactive or terminated, you may need to update the records or handle the payroll processing accordingly.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the payroll system is set up correctly and that there are no underlying issues with employee data management.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and employee data management for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.