How To Fix 5I061 - ETP PS and part year PS is not a valid combination.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5I - HR-PA: Reserved for International Version (Australia)

• Message number: 061

• Message text: ETP PS and part year PS is not a valid combination.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5I061 - ETP PS and part year PS is not a valid combination. ?

  The SAP error message "5I061 ETP PS and part year PS is not a valid combination" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and payroll processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the combination of the Employment Type (ETP) and the Part Year (PS) settings in the employee's data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Combination: The error arises when the system detects that the Employment Type (ETP) and Part Year (PS) settings do not match or are not configured correctly. For example, if an employee is set as a part-time employee but the system expects a full-time employment type, this mismatch can trigger the error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system settings related to the employee's personnel area, employee group, or other related settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the employee's master data setup can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Review the employee's master data in the SAP system. Ensure that the Employment Type (ETP) and Part Year (PS) settings are correctly configured and compatible.
  
  Transaction Code: PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data)
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings: If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for Employment Types and Part Year configurations in the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0000, 0001, 0002).
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If you find any discrepancies in the employee's data, correct them. Ensure that the employee's status (full-time, part-time, etc.) aligns with the expected settings in the system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidelines on Employment Type and Part Year settings.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as:
  
  Infotype 0000 (Actions)
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may resolve the issue.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll or relevant process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message "5I061 ETP PS and part year PS is not a valid combination."