How To Fix HRPAYBR94251 - Old entitlement of &1 different from new entitlement of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBR94 - Reports log

• Message number: 251

• Message text: Old entitlement of &1 different from new entitlement of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBR94251 - Old entitlement of &1 different from new entitlement of &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBR94251 indicates a discrepancy between the old entitlement and the new entitlement for a specific employee in the Brazilian payroll system. This error typically arises during payroll processing when there is an inconsistency in the employee's entitlements, such as vacation days, bonuses, or other benefits.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The old entitlement value stored in the system does not match the new entitlement value being processed. This can happen due to manual changes, incorrect data entry, or issues during the payroll run.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the rules governing entitlements.
  Incorrect Master Data: The employee's master data may have been updated incorrectly, leading to mismatches in entitlement calculations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data for any discrepancies in entitlements. Ensure that the old and new values are correctly reflected.
  Check Payroll Results: Review the payroll results for the employee to identify where the discrepancy is occurring. Look for any changes made to entitlements that may not have been properly updated in the system.
  Adjust Entitlements: If necessary, manually adjust the entitlements in the system to ensure that the old and new values match. This may involve correcting the data in the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT2006 for Absences, IT2007 for Planned Working Time).
  Run Payroll Simulation: Before running the actual payroll, perform a payroll simulation to identify any potential issues. This can help catch discrepancies before they affect the payroll run.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes that manage employee entitlements, such as IT2006 (Absences) and IT2007 (Planned Working Time).
  Payroll Schema: Understand the payroll schema and rules that govern entitlement calculations to identify potential configuration issues.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for patches or updates that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.