How To Fix HRESS_CLMS_MSG698 - Employee's payroll area not found as on &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS_CLMS_MSG - Messages for India PS localization functionalities

• Message number: 698

• Message text: Employee's payroll area not found as on &1.

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG698 - Employee's payroll area not found as on &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG698, which states "Employee's payroll area not found as on &1," typically occurs in the context of employee data processing, particularly when dealing with payroll-related functionalities in SAP HCM (Human Capital Management). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid payroll area for the employee on the specified date.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payroll Area Assignment: The employee may not have a payroll area assigned in their master data (infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  Incorrect Date: The date specified in the error message (&1) may not correspond to a valid payroll area assignment for the employee.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as changes in organizational structure that have not been reflected in the payroll area assignment.
  Configuration Issues: The payroll area may not be properly configured in the system, or the employee may belong to a different payroll area that is not recognized.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction PA20 or PA30).
  Check infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) to ensure that the payroll area is correctly assigned.
  Verify that the assignment is valid for the date specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area is correctly configured in the system (transaction SPRO).
  Check if the payroll area is active and properly linked to the relevant organizational units.
  
  
  
  Update Employee Data:
  
  If the payroll area is missing or incorrect, update the employee's master data to assign the correct payroll area.
  Make sure to save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Check for Organizational Changes:
  
  If there have been recent changes in the organizational structure, ensure that these changes have been reflected in the employee's data.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct payroll area or if there are complex issues, consult with your HR or payroll team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment): This infotype contains key information about the employee's organizational assignment, including the payroll area.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payroll area configuration and employee master data management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG698 and ensure that the employee's payroll area is correctly assigned.