How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL205 - Identification Type &1 is missing. &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL -

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Identification Type &1 is missing. &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL205 - Identification Type &1 is missing. &4 ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_BL205 Identification Type &1 is missing. &4 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with employee data and identification types. This error indicates that a required identification type for an employee is missing in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Identification Type: The specific identification type (e.g., Social Security Number, Tax ID, etc.) that is referenced by &1 is not maintained in the employee's master data.
  Incorrect Configuration: The identification type may not be properly configured in the system, or the employee's data may not have been fully entered.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, some identification types may not have been transferred correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in the SAP system (Transaction code PA30).
  Verify that all required identification types are filled in correctly. If the identification type indicated by &1 is missing, enter the appropriate value.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the identification types are correctly configured in the system. This can be done through the configuration settings in the SAP HCM module.
  Check the configuration for the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0002 for Personal Data, Infotype 0006 for Addresses, etc.) to ensure that the identification types are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Migration Review:
  
  If the error occurred after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary identification types were included and correctly mapped.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific identification type to understand any additional requirements or configurations that may be necessary.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects multiple employees.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Identification types are often linked to specific infotypes in SAP HCM. Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee identification.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and edit employee master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.