How To Fix HRPANL_EN260 - Variant not maintained in Feature NLSIM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPANL_EN - Messages for NL Master Data

• Message number: 260

• Message text: Variant not maintained in Feature NLSIM

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPANL_EN260 - Variant not maintained in Feature NLSIM ?

  The SAP error message HRPANL_EN260, which states "Variant not maintained in Feature NLSIM," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that a specific variant for a feature (in this case, NLSIM) has not been defined or maintained in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Variant: The error arises when the system is trying to access a variant for the feature NLSIM that has not been defined in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The feature NLSIM may not have been properly configured to include the necessary variants for the specific country or payroll area.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry or selection of the variant that is being referenced.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain the Variant:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE03 (Feature Maintenance).
  Search for the feature NLSIM.
  Check if the required variant is listed. If not, you will need to create or maintain the variant.
  Ensure that the variant is correctly configured according to your organizational requirements.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the feature NLSIM to ensure that it aligns with your payroll or personnel administration requirements.
  If you are unsure about the correct settings, consult with your SAP HCM functional consultant or refer to SAP documentation.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After maintaining the variant, perform a test run to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system processes the payroll or personnel actions correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation or notes related to the NLSIM feature for additional guidance on maintaining variants.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PE03: Feature Maintenance
  SM30: Table Maintenance (to check related tables)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP HCM for further investigation.