How To Fix HRPFD00168 - Personnel number '&1' is invalid

HRPFD00168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPFD00 - HR-PF: International Pension Fund

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Personnel number '&1' is invalid

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HRPFD00168 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPFD00168 indicates that the personnel number specified (represented by '&1') is invalid. This error typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module of SAP when trying to access or manipulate data related to a personnel number that does not exist or is not recognized by the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number entered may be mistyped or incorrect.
  Personnel Number Not Created: The personnel number may not have been created in the system yet.
  Personnel Number Deleted: The personnel number may have been deleted or marked as inactive.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or manipulate the personnel number.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the database or issues with data synchronization.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Double-check the personnel number for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are using the correct format and number.
  Check Existence: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data)