How To Fix HRCMP00TABLES021 - Adjustment reason & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRCMP00TABLES - Messages for Customizing Tables for the "Compensation" Area

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Adjustment reason & does not exist

What causes this issue?

The adjustment reasons must be stored in table T71C8. The value "&V1&"
has not been created in the table.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check to see whether your entry is correct. If necessary, notify your
system administrator so that he/she can make the entry in the table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRCMP00TABLES021 - Adjustment reason & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRCMP00TABLES021 typically indicates that there is an issue with the adjustment reason in the context of payroll or compensation management. This error suggests that the system is unable to find a specific adjustment reason that is required for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Adjustment Reason: The adjustment reason you are trying to use does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or because the adjustment reason has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The adjustment reason may not be properly configured in the relevant tables or may not be assigned to the appropriate payroll area or employee group.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the adjustment reason in the payroll or compensation process.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and verify that the adjustment reason is defined correctly.
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll for Specific Countries > Define Adjustment Reasons and ensure that the adjustment reason you are trying to use is listed.
  
  
  
  Create Adjustment Reason:
  
  If the adjustment reason does not exist, you may need to create it. This can typically be done in the same configuration area mentioned above.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Group/Area:
  
  Ensure that the adjustment reason is assigned to the correct employee group or payroll area. Sometimes, adjustment reasons are restricted to specific groups.
  
  
  
  Check for Typos:
  
  Double-check the input for any typos or incorrect codes that may have been entered when specifying the adjustment reason.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to payroll and adjustment reasons for any additional context or specific steps related to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide more tailored assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO for configuration, PA30 for maintaining employee data, and PC00_MXX_CALC for payroll processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify adjustment reasons in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.