How To Fix SRMHRPA015 - Invalid personnel number; enter the number again

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: SRMHRPA - Records Management Service Provider HR-PA Message Class

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Invalid personnel number; enter the number again

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message SRMHRPA015 - Invalid personnel number; enter the number again ?

  The SAP error message SRMHRPA015: Invalid personnel number; enter the number again typically occurs in the context of SAP Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) when a user attempts to enter a personnel number that the system does not recognize as valid. This can happen for several reasons:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number entered may be mistyped or does not exist in the system.
  Data Synchronization Issues: If the personnel data is not synchronized between the HR system and the SRM system, it may lead to invalid personnel numbers being recognized.
  Personnel Number Not Active: The personnel number may refer to an employee who is no longer active or has been terminated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or access the personnel number.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the HR or SRM module that prevent the system from recognizing valid personnel numbers.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Double-check the personnel number for any typographical errors. Ensure that you are entering the correct number.
  Check Employee Status: Confirm that the personnel number corresponds to an active employee in the HR system. If the employee has been terminated or is inactive, you will need to use a valid personnel number.
  Data Synchronization: Ensure that the HR data is properly synchronized with the SRM system. This may involve checking the integration settings or running synchronization jobs.
  User Authorization: Verify that you have the necessary permissions to access the personnel number. If not, contact your system administrator to grant the required access.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your IT support team or SAP Basis team to investigate any underlying configuration issues or system errors.
  
  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 the validity of the personnel number.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for SRM and HR integration to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution. If the problem continues, further investigation may be required to resolve any underlying issues.