How To Fix HRGB_PAE151 - Payroll area not found

HRGB_PAE151 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_PAE - HR: Messages for pension auto enrolment

• Message number: 151

• Message text: Payroll area not found

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HRGB_PAE151 - Details

• The SAP error message HRGB_PAE151: Payroll area not found typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with payroll processing. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid payroll area for the employee or the specific payroll run being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Payroll Area Assignment: The employee may not be assigned to a valid payroll area in their master data (infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  Missing Payroll Area Configuration: The payroll area may not be configured in the system, or it may not be active for the specific period.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as missing or incorrect entries in relevant infotypes.
  Incorrect Payroll Processing Settings: The payroll run may be set up incorrectly, leading to the system not recognizing the payroll area.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA20 or PA30).
  Verify that the employee is assigned to a valid