How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL105 - Personnel Number (PERNR) &1 has multiple Vendors.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL -

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Personnel Number (PERNR) &1 has multiple Vendors.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL105 - Personnel Number (PERNR) &1 has multiple Vendors. ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL105 indicates that there is a conflict with the personnel number (PERNR) in the system, specifically that the personnel number has multiple vendors associated with it. This can occur in scenarios where the same employee is linked to different vendor records, which can lead to inconsistencies in data processing.
  Cause:
  
  Multiple Vendor Assignments: The personnel number is associated with more than one vendor in the system, which can happen due to incorrect data entry or system configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it’s possible that the migration process did not handle vendor assignments correctly.
  Integration Issues: If there are integrations with other systems (like third-party payroll or HR systems), discrepancies can arise if the data is not synchronized properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Vendor Assignments: 
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant tables (e.g., LFA1 for vendor master data) to see how many vendors are linked to the personnel number.
  Identify and review the vendor records associated with the personnel number.
  
  
  
  Data Cleanup:
  
  If there are duplicate vendor records, determine which one is correct and remove or deactivate the unnecessary ones.
  Ensure that the personnel number is only linked to the appropriate vendor.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the vendor assignment process is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the integration points with other systems are functioning correctly and that data is being transferred accurately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16, SE11, ME23N (for purchasing documents), and PA20 (for personnel administration) to investigate the issue further.
  Tables to Check: 
  
  LFA1 (Vendor Master)
  PA0001 (HR Master Record: Infotype 0001)
  PA0002 (HR Master Record: Infotype 0002)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL105 for any known issues or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.