How To Fix H1085 - No pay scale classification exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: H1 - Messages Used in HR Funds and Position Management

• Message number: 085

• Message text: No pay scale classification exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message H1085 - No pay scale classification exists ?

  The SAP error message H1085 "No pay scale classification exists" typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when the system is unable to find a valid pay scale classification for an employee or a position. This can happen during various HR processes, such as payroll processing, employee master data maintenance, or when trying to assign a pay scale to a position.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Pay Scale Classification: The employee or position does not have a defined pay scale classification in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The pay scale area or the relevant organizational structure may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee master data or position data that prevent the system from finding the correct pay scale classification.
  Inactive Pay Scale: The pay scale classification may be inactive or not valid for the current period.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or assign the pay scale classification.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Pay Scale Classification: Verify that the employee or position has a valid pay scale classification assigned. This can be done by checking the employee master data (infotype 0008) or the position data.
  Maintain Pay Scale Data: If the pay scale classification is missing, you may need to create or maintain the relevant pay scale data in the system. This can be done through transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or PA30 (for employee master data).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the pay scale area and related settings are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Administration.
  Check Validity: Ensure that the pay scale classification is active and valid for the current payroll period.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify pay scale classifications.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: Access the Implementation Guide for configuration
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  
  
  Infotypes: Pay scale classifications are typically stored in infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) and may also involve infotype 1005 (Planned Working Time).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on pay scale classifications and their configuration.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.