How To Fix 70046 - Table &1 contains a change of pay scale/pay grade structure in record &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 70 - HR: Messages in Master Data Reporting

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Table &1 contains a change of pay scale/pay grade structure in record &2

What causes this issue?

During the validity period of the data record, there is a change to the
collective agreement (or salary structure) in the Basic Pay infotype
(0008) that is not taken into account during the currency conversion.
As an illustration, note the following example message:
"Table PA0014 contains a collective agreement / salary structure change
in data record 000657210 9999123119971201000"
The data record consists of the following elements:

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Personnel number: 65721
Subtype: 0
Object identification: Blank
Lock flag for personnel master record: Blank
End date of validity period: 31.12.1999
Start date of validity period: 01.12.1997
Number of an infotype record with the same key: 000

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the data record, and make manual corrections if necessary.
For further information on converting collective agreement currencies,
see the documentation for report <DS:RE.RPUEMU00>RPUEMU00</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 70046 - Table &1 contains a change of pay scale/pay grade structure in record &2 ?

  The SAP error message 70046, which states "Table &1 contains a change of pay scale/pay grade structure in record &2," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration when there is an inconsistency or issue with the pay scale or pay grade data in the relevant infotype records.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error usually arises when there is a change in the pay scale or pay grade structure that is not properly reflected in the relevant infotype records (e.g., infotype 0008 for basic pay).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the payroll schema or pay scale structure that does not align with the changes made in the employee's records.
  Missing or Incorrect Validity Dates: The validity dates for the pay scale or pay grade changes may not be set correctly, leading to conflicts with existing records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Infotype Records: Check the infotype records (e.g., IT0008, IT0009) for the employee in question. Ensure that the pay scale and pay grade are correctly entered and that there are no overlapping records with conflicting data.
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration of the pay scale and pay grade structures in the SAP system. Ensure that any changes made to the pay scale structure are correctly reflected in the system.
  Adjust Validity Dates: Ensure that the validity dates for the pay scale and pay grade changes are set correctly. If there are changes that need to be backdated or future-dated, make sure they do not conflict with existing records.
  Run Payroll Simulation: If applicable, run a payroll simulation to identify any further issues that may arise from the changes made. This can help pinpoint where the inconsistency lies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Common infotypes related to pay scale and pay grade include IT0008 (Basic Pay), IT0009 (Bank Details), and IT0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and edit employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to troubleshoot without affecting live data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR and Payroll.