How To Fix HRPADIT_DECLARATION146 - 'SP Choice' is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADIT_DECLARATION - Messages for statements (CUD, 770, DM10...)

• Message number: 146

• Message text: 'SP Choice' is not defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADIT_DECLARATION146 - 'SP Choice' is not defined ?

  The SAP error message HRPADIT_DECLARATION146, which states that "'SP Choice' is not defined," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or reporting in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that a specific configuration or setting related to the "SP Choice" (which may refer to a specific selection or option in the payroll or benefits configuration) is missing or not properly defined in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The "SP Choice" option may not have been configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant tables or settings.
  Incorrect Customization: If there have been recent changes or customizations made to the payroll or benefits configuration, it may have inadvertently removed or altered the "SP Choice" settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system or from a previous version of SAP, some configurations may not have been transferred correctly.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or define the "SP Choice."
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually found in the SPRO transaction under the HR module).
  Ensure that the "SP Choice" is defined correctly in the relevant infotypes or configuration tables.
  
  
  
  Review Customizations: 
  
  If there have been recent changes, review the customization logs or consult with the team that made the changes to ensure that the "SP Choice" was not inadvertently removed.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: 
  
  If data migration was involved, validate that all necessary configurations were migrated correctly. You may need to re-enter or adjust settings manually.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations: 
  
  Check the user roles and authorizations to ensure that the user encountering the error has the necessary permissions to access and define the "SP Choice."
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll or benefits module you are using. There may be specific instructions or known issues related to the "SP Choice."
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: 
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional guidance based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation related to payroll configuration and error handling.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.