How To Fix HRPSGB_HER141 - 'Previous employment' &1 and 'Previous HEI' &2 are inconsistent for &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_HER - HR PS GB Higher Education Messages (USS, HESA etc)

• Message number: 141

• Message text: 'Previous employment' &1 and 'Previous HEI' &2 are inconsistent for &3

What causes this issue?

Default code 'XXXX' must be used for field 'Previous HEI' when field
'Previous employment ' has been coded '02-15', '21', '99' or 'XX'.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_HER141 - 'Previous employment' &1 and 'Previous HEI' &2 are inconsistent for &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER141 typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee records and their previous employment history. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency between the previous employment data and the Higher Education Institution (HEI) data for a specific employee.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error suggests that the previous employment record (indicated by &1) and the previous HEI record (indicated by &2) for the employee (indicated by &3) do not match or are not aligned correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake during data entry, leading to mismatched records.
  Missing Records: One of the records (either previous employment or HEI) may be missing or not properly linked to the employee's current record.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the HR module that affects how previous employment and HEI data are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Data Verification: Check the employee's records for both previous employment and HEI. Ensure that the data entered is correct and consistent.
  Correct Inconsistencies: If discrepancies are found, correct the data in the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT-0000, IT-0001, IT-0002) to ensure that the previous employment and HEI records match.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for entering previous employment and HEI data to ensure compliance with the required formats and standards.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools or reports to run consistency checks on HR data to identify and rectify any other potential inconsistencies.
  Engage IT Support: If the issue persists after manual checks, it may be necessary to engage your IT support team or SAP consultants to investigate further, especially if it involves configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes in SAP HR that pertain to employment history and educational background (e.g., IT-0000 for Actions, IT-0001 for Organizational Assignment, IT-0021 for Education).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions for specific error messages.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user entering or modifying this data has the appropriate permissions and roles assigned in SAP to avoid unauthorized changes that could lead to inconsistencies.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the HRPSGB_HER141 error message.