How To Fix HRSFEC_SERVICES285 - External PERNR &1 is already hired. Please check longtext.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_SERVICES - Message Class for Replication Service

• Message number: 285

• Message text: External PERNR &1 is already hired. Please check longtext.

What causes this issue?

You can create and hire a PERNR only once.

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?

Check your BAdI implementation. For more information about the
prerequisites and the limitations of using external numbering when
creating and hiring a PERNR, see the documentation of the
<DS:SIMG.HRSFEC_B_CE_EXT_PERNR_MAP>Change mapping of external personnel
number</> (HRSFEC_B_CE_EXT_PERNR_MAP) BAdI.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES285 - External PERNR &1 is already hired. Please check longtext. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES285 indicates that there is an issue with the personnel number (PERNR) you are trying to use in the system. Specifically, the message states that the external personnel number is already hired, which means that the system has detected that the personnel number you are trying to process is already associated with an active employee record.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Personnel Number: The personnel number you are trying to use is already assigned to another employee in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the data entry, such as using the wrong personnel number.
  Data Migration Issues: If you are migrating data from another system, there may be conflicts with existing records.
  Pending Termination: The personnel number might be associated with an employee who is in the process of termination but has not yet been fully processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Check the personnel number you are using to ensure it is correct and not already assigned to another employee.
  Check Employee Status: Use transaction codes like PA20 or PA30 to check the status of the employee associated with the personnel number. If the employee is active, you will need to resolve the situation before proceeding.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the status of the personnel number, consult with your HR department to clarify the situation.
  Terminate or Update Record: If the personnel number is indeed associated with an employee who should no longer be active, you may need to process a termination or update the employee record accordingly.
  Data Migration Review: If this error arises during data migration, review the migration process to ensure that there are no conflicts with existing records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long Text: The long text associated with the error message may provide additional context or specific instructions on how to resolve the issue. You can view the long text by using transaction code SE91 to look up the message class and then display the long text.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to personnel administration and employee records for best practices in managing personnel numbers.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.