How To Fix 72191 - Incorrect version of cluster B1 for person &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

• Message number: 191

• Message text: Incorrect version of cluster B1 for person &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72191 - Incorrect version of cluster B1 for person & ?

  The SAP error message 72191, which states "Incorrect version of cluster B1 for person &," typically relates to issues with the infotype records in the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically concerning the cluster B1 (which is related to payroll data). This error usually indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the version of the data stored in the cluster for a specific employee.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The version of the cluster B1 data for the employee may not match the expected version due to changes in the payroll schema or configuration.
  Incorrect Payroll Processing: If payroll has been processed incorrectly or if there have been changes in the payroll configuration, it can lead to this error.
  Database Issues: There may be issues with the database that prevent the correct version of the cluster from being accessed.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it could lead to version mismatches.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll configuration and ensure that it is set up correctly. Make sure that the version of the payroll schema is consistent with the data in cluster B1.
  Reprocess Payroll: If the payroll has been processed incorrectly, you may need to reprocess the payroll for the affected employee. This can often resolve inconsistencies.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like PE03 or PE04 to check the infotype records and ensure that they are consistent. You may also want to run consistency checks in the HR module.
  Cluster Data Update: If necessary, you may need to update the cluster data manually or through a program that can correct the version mismatch.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that can resolve the issue.
  Database Integrity Check: If you suspect database issues, perform a database integrity check to ensure that all data is intact and correctly linked.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA03 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PE03 (HR Infotype Maintenance).
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and cluster management for further insights into handling such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.