How To Fix 3A534 - Person subgroup values & do not match key SP (-->PF1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3A - Messages HR CZ

• Message number: 534

• Message text: Person subgroup values & do not match key SP (-->PF1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3A534 - Person subgroup values & do not match key SP (-->PF1) ?

  The SAP error message 3A534 indicates that there is a mismatch between the person subgroup values and the key specified in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when the system is trying to validate the data related to employee master records.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The person subgroup values may not be correctly configured in the system. This could be due to changes in the organizational structure or incorrect assignment of employee groups and subgroups.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the employee master record, such as incorrect person subgroup assignments.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The required master data for the employee may be missing or incorrectly maintained, leading to a mismatch.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may not be handling the person subgroup values correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for personnel administration and payroll (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Verify the settings for employee groups and subgroups to ensure they are correctly defined and assigned.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 to display the employee master record.
  Check the person subgroup field and ensure it matches the expected values for the employee's group.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If you find any discrepancies in the employee master data, correct them accordingly.
  Ensure that the person subgroup is correctly assigned based on the employee's role and organizational unit.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure it is correctly handling the person subgroup values.
  Consult with your ABAP developer if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide)
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on personnel administration and configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 3A534 in your SAP system.