Getting error with External Data Spreadsheet Loader for inactive employees

Summary:

Data load is failing for inactive records while using External Data Spreadsheet Loader.

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Getting the below error:
"You need to enter a valid value for the PersonId attribute. The current values are E12345"

Kindly guide how we can resolve this.

Version (include the version you are using, if applicable):

24C

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