How To Fix HRGB_GPG003 - GPG Error: &1, is not an unpaid counting class (Feature 08ARA)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_GPG - HR: Messages for Gender Pay Gap Reporting

• Message number: 003

• Message text: GPG Error: &1, is not an unpaid counting class (Feature 08ARA)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_GPG003 - GPG Error: &1, is not an unpaid counting class (Feature 08ARA) ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_GPG003 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of counting classes in the payroll process, specifically related to the feature 08ARA. This error typically arises when the system encounters a counting class that is expected to be unpaid but is not configured as such.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The counting class specified in the payroll processing is not set up as an unpaid counting class in the system.
  Feature Settings: The feature 08ARA may not be correctly configured to recognize the counting class as unpaid.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entries in the employee master data or payroll configuration that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Counting Class Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for counting classes in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the counting class referenced in the error message is correctly defined as an unpaid counting class.
  
  
  
  Review Feature 08ARA:
  
  Access the feature 08ARA in the SAP system.
  Verify that the logic within the feature correctly identifies the counting classes and that the relevant counting class is included as unpaid.
  
  
  
  Validate Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data for any inconsistencies or incorrect entries related to the counting class.
  Ensure that the employee's payroll data is correctly set up to reflect the intended counting class.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists.
  Monitor the logs for any additional errors that may arise.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll configuration and counting classes for further guidance.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Counting Classes: These are used in payroll processing to determine how different types of absences or time off are counted and processed.
  Feature 08ARA: This feature is part of the payroll configuration that determines how certain counting classes are treated during payroll calculations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights into configuration best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRGB_GPG003 error and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.