How To Fix HRPADRUPS015 - Rank "&1" is absent in Rank Group "&2" of Service Area "&3"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRUPS - HR-RU Public Sector Messages

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Rank "&1" is absent in Rank Group "&2" of Service Area "&3"

What causes this issue?

Rank is absent in Rank Group of Service Area

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the settings for service area, rank groups and ranks in
Customizing for <ZK>Payroll</> under <ZK>Payroll: Russia -> Public
Sector -> Personnel Data -></> <DS:SIMG.OHARU_PS002>Set Up Ranks</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRUPS015 - Rank "&1" is absent in Rank Group "&2" of Service Area "&3" ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRUPS015 indicates that a specific rank (denoted as "&1") is not found in the specified rank group (denoted as "&2") within a particular service area (denoted as "&3"). This error typically arises in the context of HR (Human Resources) modules, particularly when dealing with employee rankings, evaluations, or classifications.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Rank Definition: The rank specified in the error message has not been defined in the rank group you are trying to use.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a misconfiguration in the rank group settings or the service area settings.
  Data Entry Error: The rank might have been incorrectly entered or referenced in a transaction or configuration.
  Transport Issues: If the rank group was transported from another system, it may not have included all necessary ranks.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Rank Group Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the rank group in the SAP system.
  Verify that the rank specified in the error message is indeed part of the rank group.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Rank:
  
  If the rank is missing, you can add it to the rank group. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigating to the section for defining ranks and rank groups.
  Adding the missing rank to the appropriate rank group.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Service Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the service area is correctly configured and that it is linked to the correct rank group.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Entry Errors:
  
  Review the transaction or process that triggered the error to ensure that the correct rank and rank group are being referenced.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on rank and rank group configuration.
  
  
  
  Transport Validation:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included in the transport.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO (for configuration) or PA30 (for employee data maintenance) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to rank groups and service areas.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in HR module configurations.