How To Fix SEM_CENTRAL_PERSON054 - Marked entries were permanently deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SEM_CENTRAL_PERSON - Central Person

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Marked entries were permanently deleted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SEM_CENTRAL_PERSON054 - Marked entries were permanently deleted ?

  The SAP error message SEM_CENTRAL_PERSON054 indicates that marked entries in the system have been permanently deleted. This error typically arises in the context of SAP's Central Person (CP) functionality, which is part of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. 
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when an attempt is made to access or manipulate data that has been marked for deletion and is no longer available in the database. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Data Deletion: The entries were intentionally deleted by a user or through a batch job.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, leading to attempts to access deleted records.
  Incorrect Configuration: The system may be misconfigured, leading to attempts to access non-existent data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Data Status: Verify the status of the entries you are trying to access. Ensure that they have not been deleted or marked for deletion.
  
  
  Data Recovery: If the entries were deleted unintentionally, check if there is a backup or a way to restore the data. This may involve consulting with your SAP Basis team or using data recovery tools if available.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration settings related to Central Person and data management are correct. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like PPOME or PA30.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the Central Person functionality for any specific guidance on handling deleted entries.
  
  
  Error Logs: Check the system logs (transaction SLG1) for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PPOME (Organizational Management), and S_PH0_48000140 (Display HR Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to SEM_CENTRAL_PERSON054 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data in question, as lack of permissions can sometimes lead to misleading error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and potentially resolve the issue related to the SEM_CENTRAL_PERSON054 error message.