How To Fix HRECM00JPR_UI_BSP018 - Combination of SAP fieldname "&1" and pay category "&2" occurs twice

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRECM00JPR_UI_BSP - Messages generated by Job Pricing BSP User Interface

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Combination of SAP fieldname "&1" and pay category "&2" occurs twice

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRECM00JPR_UI_BSP018 - Combination of SAP fieldname "&1" and pay category "&2" occurs twice ?

  The SAP error message HRECM00JPR_UI_BSP018 indicates that there is a duplicate entry in the context of a specific SAP field and pay category combination. This typically occurs in the context of employee data management, particularly when dealing with payroll or compensation-related entries.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The same combination of field name and pay category is being entered more than once in the system. This could happen if the data is being imported or entered manually.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll or compensation settings that allow for duplicate entries.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicates being created.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Review the entries in the relevant infotype or table to identify any duplicate records for the specified field name and pay category.
  Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee records.
  
  
  
  Remove Duplicates:
  
  If duplicates are found, you will need to delete or correct the duplicate entries. Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make these changes.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the payroll or compensation module to ensure that there are no settings that allow for duplicate entries.
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement data validation checks during data entry or data migration processes to prevent duplicates from being created in the future.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for HR data management, such as PA20, PA30, and others that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  User Roles: Ensure that users entering data have the appropriate roles and permissions to avoid accidental duplicates.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message HRECM00JPR_UI_BSP018 in your SAP system.