Symptom
Following Error message received while importing position into the instance.
Cannot find corresponding referred object by keys:[object_xyz.externalCode]
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Environment
SuccessFactors Employee Central Position Management
Reproducing the Issue
Load attached position import file into instance with associated object codes without leading zero.
For example, if object code is 000123, use 123.
System throws folloeing error: "Cannot find corresponding referred object by keys:[object_xyz.externalCode] "
Cause
Microsoft Excel sheet deletes leading zeros,hence a mismatch between objects in the system and import file
Resolution
Make sure to maintain leading zeros in the import file as per the object configuration in the system.
Keywords
KBA , LOD-SF-EC-POS , Position Management , Problem