How To Fix PBAS_SERVICE068 - Enter either a personnel number or a person number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 068

• Message text: Enter either a personnel number or a person number

What causes this issue?

You entered personnel numbers and person numbers for the selection.

System Response

The input is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Enter either only personnel numbers or only person numbers.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE068 - Enter either a personnel number or a person number ?

  The SAP error message PBAS_SERVICE068 indicates that the system requires either a personnel number or a person number to proceed with the operation you are attempting. This error typically occurs in the context of HR-related transactions or services where identification of an employee or individual is necessary.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Input: The most common cause of this error is that neither a personnel number nor a person number has been entered in the relevant fields.
  Incorrect Field Usage: Sometimes, users may mistakenly enter data in the wrong field or may not be aware of which number is required for the specific transaction.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration may require specific settings that are not properly set up, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter Required Information: Ensure that you enter either a valid personnel number (which is typically used for employees) or a person number (which may be used for non-employees or applicants). 
  
  Personnel Number: