How To Fix PFQ1042 - Use no. & for the statement

PFQ1042 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFQ1 - ADP ITF

• Message number: 042

• Message text: Use no. & for the statement

What causes this issue?

no. & is used for the statement

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFQ1042 - Use no. & for the statement ?

  The SAP error message PFQ1042 "Use no. & for the statement" typically occurs in the context of SAP's Payroll or Personnel Administration modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the use of a specific number (usually a personnel number or a similar identifier) in a statement or operation within the payroll processing.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number referenced in the statement may not exist or may be incorrectly entered.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the personnel number, such as missing or incorrect records in the database.
  
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the payroll schema or rules that are causing the system to not recognize the personnel number correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the personnel number.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Check the personnel number being used in the statement to ensure it