How To Fix PBAS_SERVICE023 - Change to personnel number is not permitted

PBAS_SERVICE023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PBAS_SERVICE - HR Master Data: Service Functions

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Change to personnel number is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You attempted to change the personnel number of a data record from &V1&
to &V2&. The system does not, however, support changes to the personnel
number.

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?

You cannot transfer a data record from one personnel number to another.
You can, however, create a data record with the same data for the new
personnel number and delete the old data record.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

PBAS_SERVICE023 - Details

• The SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE023: Change to personnel number is not permitted typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when there is an attempt to change a personnel number that is not allowed due to various reasons. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information for this error:
  Causes:
  
  Personnel Number Locking: The personnel number may be locked for changes due to ongoing processes such as payroll processing, data archiving, or other administrative tasks.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the personnel number.
  Data Consistency: The system may prevent changes to ensure data integrity, especially if the personnel number is linked to historical data or transactions.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the SAP system may restrict changes to personnel numbers based on business rules or organizational policies.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Lock Status: Verify if the personnel number is currently locked. You can check this in