How To Fix HRSFEC_PERNR005 - Feature NUMKR returns internal number range &1 for external PERNR &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_PERNR - Message message for personnel number handling

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Feature NUMKR returns internal number range &1 for external PERNR &2.

What causes this issue?

You get an error because the feature <ZH>NUMKR</> returns an internal
number range &V1&for the external PERNR &V2&.
Note
Feature <ZH>NUMKR</> returns a number range that is used to determine a
new PERNR. This feature is based on the following fields:
MOLGA
WERKS
PERSG ( = Employee Class)
PERSK ( = Employment Type)
EXTERNAL PERNR &2
In order for this feature to return the correct number range for the
given employee data, make first the settings for the number range.

How to fix this error?

To solve the issue, you can either:
Maintain the<ZH> NUMKR</> feature
OR
Change the employee data.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_PERNR005 - Feature NUMKR returns internal number range &1 for external PERNR &2. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_PERNR005 indicates that there is an issue with the personnel number (PERNR) being processed in the system. Specifically, the error message states that the feature NUMKR is returning an internal number range for an external personnel number, which suggests a mismatch or configuration issue in the handling of personnel numbers.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The feature NUMKR is responsible for defining the number range for personnel numbers. If the configuration is incorrect or if the number range is not properly defined, it can lead to this error.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to personnel numbers, such as trying to use an external personnel number that does not exist or is not properly mapped to an internal number.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system that affect how personnel numbers are generated or processed, they may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the transaction code PE03 to check the feature NUMKR. Ensure that the number ranges for personnel numbers are correctly defined and that the feature is properly configured.
  Verify that the number range intervals are set up correctly in the configuration for personnel administration.
  
  
  
  Validate Personnel Numbers:
  
  Check the personnel number being used in the transaction. Ensure that it is valid and exists in the system.
  Use transaction PA20 or PA30 to look up the personnel number and confirm its status.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements that interact with personnel numbers, review the code to ensure it is functioning as expected and not causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP Notes and documentation related to the error message and the feature NUMKR. There may be specific notes addressing known issues or providing additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant configuration information.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PE03: Maintain Features
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on personnel administration and number range configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRSFEC_PERNR005 error message.