How To Fix PE635 - Transfer of employee &2 to his/her own &1 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 635

• Message text: Transfer of employee &2 to his/her own &1 not permitted

What causes this issue?

You are attempting to temporarily reassign employee &v2& to &v1& &v3&.
The employee &V2& is already assigned to &V1& &V3& in the
organizational plan.

System Response

Employee &V2& may not be temporarily reassigned to &v1& &V3&.

How to fix this error?

Please reassign employee &V2& to another &V1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE635 - Transfer of employee &2 to his/her own &1 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message PE635 ("Transfer of employee &2 to his/her own &1 not permitted") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when an attempt is made to transfer an employee to a position or organizational unit that they already occupy. This is a safeguard to prevent inconsistencies in the organizational structure and employee assignments.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An employee is being transferred to a position or organizational unit that is the same as their current assignment.
  The system detects that the transfer would not result in any change, which is not allowed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Current Assignment: Verify the employee's current position and organizational unit. Ensure that the transfer is indeed to a different position or unit.
  
  
  Modify Transfer Details: If the transfer is intended to change the employee's role or responsibilities, ensure that the new position or organizational unit is different from the current one.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction: If you are trying to make a change that does not involve a transfer (e.g., a change in job title or responsibilities without changing the position), use the appropriate transaction for that purpose instead of a transfer.
  
  
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the correct procedure or if the transfer is necessary, consult with your HR department or system administrator for guidance.
  
  
  Check for System Customizations: In some cases, customizations in the SAP system may affect how transfers are processed. If you suspect this might be the case, reach out to your SAP support team.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to employee transfers include PA40 (Personnel Actions) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on personnel administration and transfer processes.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform personnel actions in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PE635 error and successfully process the employee transfer.