How To Fix P05FBN551 - Personnel Number &1 Not Present at &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P05FBN - Flexible Benefits Notifications NL

• Message number: 551

• Message text: Personnel Number &1 Not Present at &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P05FBN551 - Personnel Number &1 Not Present at &2 ?

  The SAP error message P05FBN551 "Personnel Number &1 Not Present at &2" typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules when there is an attempt to access or process data for a personnel number that does not exist in the specified organizational unit or date range.
  Cause:
  
  Personnel Number Not Found: The personnel number specified in the error message does not exist in the system for the given organizational unit (e.g., company code, personnel area).
  Incorrect Date Range: The personnel number may exist, but not for the specified date range. For example, the employee may not have been hired yet or may have left the organization.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the master data, such as missing records in the infotypes related to the personnel number.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the data for the specified personnel number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Check if the personnel number exists in the system. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Check Organizational Assignment: Ensure that the personnel number is correctly assigned to the specified organizational unit. You can check this in the Organizational Management (OM) module.
  Review Date Validity: Confirm that the date range you are working with includes the period when the employee was active. If the employee was not active during that time, you will need to adjust the date range.
  Data Consistency Check: Run reports or use transaction codes to check for inconsistencies in the employee's master data. You may need to correct or complete missing infotype records.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the personnel data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and OM-related transactions for checking organizational assignments.
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes (e.g., 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data) that may need to be checked for the personnel number.
  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 scenarios.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to HR master data management for further insights into handling personnel records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in HR modules.