How To Fix /PF1/MSG_RD206 - Record ID &1: no National ID supplied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PF1/MSG_RD -

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Record ID &1: no National ID supplied

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RD206 - Record ID &1: no National ID supplied ?

  The SAP error message /PF1/MSG_RD206 Record ID &1: no National ID supplied typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when a required National ID (such as a Social Security Number in the U.S. or a National Insurance Number in the U.K.) is missing for an employee record.
  Cause:
  
  Missing National ID: The primary cause of this error is that the employee record identified by the Record ID does not have a National ID entered in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0002 for personal data).
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, where the National ID field was left blank.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the National ID may not have been transferred correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that require a National ID for certain processes, and if these are not met, the error will occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Record: 
  
  Navigate to the employee's record in the SAP system (using transaction code PA30).
  Check Infotype 0002 (Personal Data) to see if the National ID field is filled in.
  If it is blank, enter the appropriate National ID for the employee.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  Ensure that the National ID entered is valid and conforms to the expected format for your country.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration: 
  
  If this error arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary fields, including the National ID, were correctly populated.
  
  
  
  Configuration Check: 
  
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the system settings are correctly configured to require or not require a National ID based on your business processes.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes in SAP HR, especially Infotype 0002 (Personal Data) and any other infotypes that may be relevant to your specific country or business requirements.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee records in SAP.
  Documentation: Review your organization's documentation on data entry standards and requirements for employee records to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.