How To Fix PWWW432 - Returned employee number & is not equal to employee &


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PWWW - HR: Internet Scenarios

  • Message number: 432

  • Message text: Returned employee number & is not equal to employee &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PWWW432 - Returned employee number & is not equal to employee & ?

    The SAP error message PWWW432 indicates a mismatch between the employee number returned by the system and the employee number that is expected or being processed. This error typically occurs in the context of HR or payroll processing, where the system is trying to validate or retrieve information for a specific employee.

    Cause:

    1. Data Mismatch: The employee number being processed does not match the employee number that the system has retrieved or is expecting. This could be due to:

      • Incorrect employee number input.
      • Changes in employee data that have not been updated in all relevant tables.
      • Issues with data synchronization between different modules or systems.
    2. Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the HR module that are not aligned with the current employee data.

    3. Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the employee data, leading to discrepancies.

    Solution:

    1. Verify Employee Number: Check the employee number being processed to ensure it is correct. Compare it with the employee master data in the system.

    2. Check Data Consistency: Ensure that the employee data is consistent across all relevant tables. This may involve:

      • Running consistency checks in the HR module.
      • Reviewing any recent changes made to employee records.
    3. Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the HR module to ensure they are set up correctly.

    4. Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the employee data. This may involve checking user roles and permissions.

    5. Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps.

    6. Contact SAP Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records.
    • SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
    • User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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