How To Fix HRPBSHU184 - Please, check the third character of the automatically generated key

HRPBSHU184 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSHU - HR Public sector (H) developments

• Message number: 184

• Message text: Please, check the third character of the automatically generated key

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HRPBSHU184 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPBSHU184, which states "Please, check the third character of the automatically generated key," typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with personnel administration or payroll processes. This error is related to the generation of keys for certain objects, such as infotypes or personnel numbers.
  
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by an issue with the format or structure of the automatically generated key. Specifically, the third character of the key may not conform to the expected format or rules defined in the system. This can happen due to:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The key generation rules may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be existing data that conflicts with the expected key format.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements that generate keys, they may not adhere to the required format.
  
  
  Solution:
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