How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL047 - Synchronization Employee Business Partner started &1.

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• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Synchronization Employee Business Partner started &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL047 - Synchronization Employee Business Partner started &1. ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL047 Synchronization Employee Business Partner started &1 typically indicates an issue related to the synchronization process between Employee Master Data and Business Partner data in the SAP system. This error can occur in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when integrating with the Business Partner (BP) functionality.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in either the Employee Master Data or the Business Partner data.
  Configuration Issues: The synchronization settings between HCM and Business Partner may not be correctly configured.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the synchronization may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the operation.
  Technical Errors: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system performance problems, that prevent the synchronization from completing successfully.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Data Consistency:
  
  Verify that the Employee Master Data and Business Partner data are consistent and complete. Look for any missing fields or discrepancies.
  Use transaction codes like BP (Business Partner) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review the relevant data.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the synchronization settings between HCM and Business Partner are correctly configured. This can be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Check the settings under Cross-Application Components -> Master Data Synchronization -> Define Synchronization Settings.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the synchronization has the necessary authorizations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 after the error occurs.
  
  
  
  Monitor System Performance:
  
  Check for any system performance issues or database locks that might be affecting the synchronization process. Use transaction codes like SM37 to monitor job logs and SM21 for system logs.
  
  
  
  Run Synchronization Manually:
  
  If the automatic synchronization fails, try to run it manually using the relevant transaction or report to see if it provides more detailed error messages.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as BP, PA30, SPRO, SM37, and SM21.
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Employee Master Data and Business Partner integration for best practices and troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis team or SAP support for further investigation.