How To Fix /ISDFPS/PPEMPA012 - Only the system can assign names between 0000000001 and 0999999999

/ISDFPS/PPEMPA012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/PPEMPA -

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Only the system can assign names between 0000000001 and 0999999999

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPEMPA012 - Only the system can assign names between 0000000001 and 0999999999 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/PPEMPA012 indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of names or identifiers within a specific range (from 0000000001 to 0999999999). This error typically arises in the context of SAP applications that manage personnel or employee data, particularly in the SAP IS-DFPS (Industry Solution for Defense Forces and Security).
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when a user attempts to manually assign a name or identifier that falls within the restricted range. In SAP, certain ranges of identifiers are reserved for system use to ensure data integrity and avoid conflicts. The system is designed to automatically manage these identifiers to prevent duplication or misuse.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Identifier: Ensure that the identifier you are trying to assign does not fall within the restricted range of 0000000001 to 0999999999. If it does, you will need to choose a different identifier that is outside this