How To Fix HRCCE_CHG_PY011 - PY area is set to &1 (adjustment to pers. assgmt with the same employer)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRCCE_CHG_PY - Messages for "Change of Payroll Area" Functions

• Message number: 011

• Message text: PY area is set to &1 (adjustment to pers. assgmt with the same employer)

What causes this issue?

You are creating a new personnel assignment that is assigned to the same
employer as an existing personnel assignment. The payroll area you
specified &V2& is not the same as the payroll area of the existing
personnel assignment &V1&.

System Response

The system automatically changes the payroll area of the new personnel
assignment to the payroll area of the existing assignment (that is, from
&V2& to &V1&), so that both assignments now have the same payroll area
&V1&.
Note
Payroll must always be run together for assignments with the same
employer.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRCCE_CHG_PY011 - PY area is set to &1 (adjustment to pers. assgmt with the same employer) ?

  The SAP error message HRCCE_CHG_PY011 indicates that there is an issue related to the payroll area configuration in the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically concerning personnel assignments and payroll processing. The message suggests that there is an adjustment being attempted for a personnel assignment that is already set to a specific payroll area, denoted by &1.
  Cause:
  
  
  Payroll Area Configuration: The error typically arises when there is an attempt to change or adjust a personnel assignment that is already associated with a specific payroll area. This can happen if:
  
  The payroll area for the employee is not compatible with the changes being made.
  There are inconsistencies in the payroll area settings in the employee's master data.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the personnel assignment change can lead to this error. For example, if an employee is being assigned to a new payroll area that conflicts with existing settings.
  
  
  System Configuration: The configuration of payroll areas in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to conflicts when processing payroll.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Assignment: Verify the payroll area assigned to the employee in their master data. Ensure that it matches the intended payroll area for the changes being made.
  
  
  Review Personnel Assignment Changes: If you are trying to make changes to the personnel assignment, ensure that the changes are valid and do not conflict with existing payroll area settings.
  
  
  Consult Configuration Settings: Review the configuration settings for payroll areas in the SAP system. Ensure that the payroll areas are correctly defined and that there are no conflicts in the settings.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (such as PA30 for maintaining HR master data) to check and correct the employee's payroll area assignment.
  
  
  Seek Help from HR or IT Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your HR or IT support team to investigate further and resolve any underlying configuration issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll area configuration and personnel assignment to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Training: Consider training for HR personnel on how to manage payroll areas and personnel assignments effectively to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.