How To Fix HRPAYCH_LSE001 - The employee's level of utilization is not defined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_LSE - Notifications for the Wage Structure Survey

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The employee's level of utilization is not defined.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_LSE001 - The employee's level of utilization is not defined. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_LSE001 indicates that the employee's level of utilization is not defined in the system. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or when trying to generate reports related to employee utilization, particularly in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The employee's level of utilization may not have been set up in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment, Infotype 0007 - Planned Working Time).
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entered for the employee in the relevant infotypes.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the system, they may not be correctly handling the utilization levels.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotypes: 
  
  Go to the employee's master data and check the relevant infotypes (especially Infotype 0001 and Infotype 0007) to ensure that the level of utilization is defined.
  Ensure that the employee's working time and other relevant parameters are correctly maintained.
  
  
  
  Maintain Utilization Levels:
  
  If the utilization levels are not defined, you may need to create or update the relevant configuration in the system. This can typically be done in the customizing settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Levels of Utilization and ensure that the necessary levels are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  If the error occurs during payroll processing, review the payroll configuration to ensure that all necessary settings related to employee utilization are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue. You may need to involve a developer if custom code is involved.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee utilization and working time.
  SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any notes related to this error message, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to HCM and payroll processing for additional context on utilization levels.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.