How To Fix HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW851 - Select the statistical items to calculate numerator

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW - Message Class for SASAC Report Management Tool

• Message number: 851

• Message text: Select the statistical items to calculate numerator

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW851 - Select the statistical items to calculate numerator ?

  The SAP error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW851 typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when there is an issue related to the calculation of statistical items, particularly in the context of payroll or reporting processes. This error indicates that the system requires specific statistical items to be selected in order to calculate the numerator for a particular report or analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Statistical Items: The error often arises when the necessary statistical items have not been selected or configured in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the payroll schema or the reporting configuration.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll or reporting process, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the payroll driver.
  Data Entry Errors: If the data entered for the payroll run or report is incomplete or incorrect, it may lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Select Statistical Items: Ensure that the required statistical items are selected in the configuration. This can typically be done in the payroll or reporting settings within the SAP HCM module.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area (e.g., Payroll or Reporting).
  Check the settings for statistical items and ensure that the necessary items are included.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema: If you have access to the payroll schema, review it to ensure that the necessary calculations and statistical items are included.
  
  Use transaction code PE01 to access the payroll schema.
  Check for any missing or incorrectly configured statistical items.
  
  
  
  Check Data Entries: Review the data entries for the payroll run or report to ensure that all required information is present and correct.
  
  Use transaction codes like PA20 or PA30 to view employee data and ensure that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the statistical items required for your particular payroll or reporting process.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PE01 (Payroll Schema), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide specific fixes or updates.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HCNUSAC_MSG_NEW851 and ensure that the necessary statistical items are correctly configured for your payroll or reporting processes.