I am currently attempting to compare two employee lists based on a common identifier: the column labeled "EmpName," which includes last names followed by first and middle names, along with military ranks.
In Table A, I have a roster of employees who are currently onboarded, while Table B includes both current and future employees, albeit with duplicates in the form of ID numbers known as billets.
While working to establish a connection between these two lists using the employee names, I've encountered a peculiar issue: entries with military ranks fail to link correctly, whereas non-military names connect without a hitch. This inconsistency raises the possibility of hidden characters or invisible spaces obstructing the matching process.
Additionally, I've attempted to segment the names into separate columns based on the last name but have not achieved the desired results.
My ultimate objective is to compile a clear overview of my onboarded personnel from Table A while concurrently verifying the upcoming hires in Table B, all the while accounting for the duplicate billets present.
Any insights or suggestions on how to resolve these challenges would be greatly appreciated. Despite multiple attempts, I have yet to find a solution, which is why I’m reaching out for assistance. Thank you!