How To Fix /ISDFPS/PM_INT041 - Cannot determine personnel number for user &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PM_INT -

• Message number: 041

• Message text: Cannot determine personnel number for user &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_INT041 - Cannot determine personnel number for user &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PM_INT041 Cannot determine personnel number for user &1 typically occurs in the context of the SAP system when there is an issue related to user master data, specifically when the system is unable to find a personnel number associated with a user ID.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Personnel Number: The user in question does not have a personnel number assigned in the system.
  User Master Data Issues: The user master data may not be properly maintained or may be incomplete.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the personnel data.
  Integration Issues: If the system is integrated with other systems (like HR or other modules), there may be issues with data synchronization.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check User Master Data:
  
  Go to transaction SU01 (User Maintenance) and enter the user ID that is causing the error.
  Check if the personnel number is assigned in the user’s master data. If not, you may need to assign a personnel number.
  
  
  
  Maintain Personnel Number:
  
  If the personnel number is missing, you can assign it by going to the relevant HR infotype (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment) for the user in transaction PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  
  
  
  Verify Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the personnel data. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Check Integration Settings:
  
  If the system is integrated with other systems, ensure that the data synchronization is functioning correctly. Check for any errors in the integration logs.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR Team:
  
  If you are not able to resolve the issue, consult with your HR team or SAP Basis team to ensure that the user data is correctly maintained and that there are no underlying issues with the HR module.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SU01: User Maintenance
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SU53: Authorization Check
  
  
  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 user management and personnel administration for further insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message.