How To Fix 3A533 - Values of person subgroup & do not match attribute (-->PF1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3A - Messages HR CZ

• Message number: 533

• Message text: Values of person subgroup & do not match attribute (-->PF1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3A533 - Values of person subgroup & do not match attribute (-->PF1) ?

  The SAP error message 3A533 indicates that there is a mismatch between the values of the person subgroup and the attributes defined for that subgroup in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when the system is trying to validate employee data against the defined configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The person subgroup assigned to an employee does not match the expected attributes defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration in the personnel structure or the infotype data.
  Incorrect Infotype Data: The employee's infotype data (such as infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment) may have been incorrectly maintained, leading to inconsistencies.
  Changes in Configuration: If there have been recent changes to the configuration of person subgroups or their attributes, existing employee records may not comply with the new settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the person subgroup in the SAP system. Ensure that the attributes assigned to the subgroup are correctly defined and that they match the expected values for the employees in question.
  
  Use transaction code SPRO to access the configuration settings.
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Person Subgroups.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee records for the specific person subgroup that is causing the error. Ensure that the infotype data is correctly maintained.
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to view the employee's infotype records.
  Pay special attention to infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and any other relevant infotypes.
  
  
  
  Correct Infotype Entries: If you find discrepancies in the employee's infotype data, correct them to ensure they align with the defined attributes of the person subgroup.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct configuration or the attributes required for the person subgroup, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the changes by attempting to process the employee data again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SPRO (Customizing).
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes that may be involved, particularly those related to organizational assignment and employee attributes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or HR support team for further investigation.