How To Fix HRHCP00_PLAN134 - Original pay scale group/level not identical in source and target plan

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHCP00_PLAN - Messages About Personnel Cost Plan

• Message number: 134

• Message text: Original pay scale group/level not identical in source and target plan

What causes this issue?

You want to transfer the changes made to a personnel cost plan during
detail planning to a different personnel cost plan. During detail
planning, the employee was reclassified in a different pay scale group /
level in the source plan. In the target plan, however, the employee has
a different pay scale group / level than he or she had in the source
plan before the reclassification &V3&. That is, the original pay scale
group / level of the target plan and the source plan differs in the
period &V1& to &V2&.

System Response

The system cannot transfer the reclassification, or any other changes,
made during detail planning for this cost object from the source plan to
the target plan.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHCP00_PLAN134 - Original pay scale group/level not identical in source and target plan ?

  The SAP error message HRHCP00_PLAN134 indicates that there is a mismatch between the original pay scale group/level in the source plan and the target plan during a transfer or assignment process in the Human Resources module. This error typically occurs when you are trying to transfer an employee from one organizational unit or position to another, and the pay scale information does not match.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Pay Scale Group/Level: The pay scale group or level defined in the source plan (e.g., the employee's current position) does not match the pay scale group or level defined in the target plan (e.g., the new position).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the pay scale structure or the employee's master data that lead to this inconsistency.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the employee's master data setup or during the transfer process can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pay Scale Group/Level: Verify the pay scale group and level for both the source and target plans. Ensure that they are identical. You can do this by navigating to the employee's master data and checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0008 - Basic Pay).
  
  
  Adjust Pay Scale in Target Plan: If the target plan's pay scale group/level is incorrect, you may need to adjust it to match the source plan. This can involve changing the pay scale group/level in the target position or organizational unit.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the pay scale groups/levels are supposed to be different, review the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly. This may involve checking the pay scale structure in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the correct pay scale group/level, consult with your HR or payroll team to ensure that the changes you are making are in line with company policies and practices.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and update employee records, or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to initiate the transfer process correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Pay scale information is typically stored in Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) and Infotype 0000 (Actions).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on handling personnel actions and pay scale configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRHCP00_PLAN134 error and successfully complete the transfer or assignment process.