How To Fix HRPAYCH_LSE009 - Characteristic &1 for determining the degree does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Characteristic &1 for determining the degree does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_LSE009 - Characteristic &1 for determining the degree does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_LSE009 indicates that a specific characteristic for determining the degree does not exist in the system. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or when working with employee qualifications and educational data.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The characteristic (in this case, the degree) has not been defined in the system. This could be due to incomplete configuration in the relevant infotype or table.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The degree being referenced may have been entered incorrectly or may not exist in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll process, they may not be correctly referencing the existing characteristics.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the SPRO transaction).
  Navigate to the section for defining characteristics related to employee qualifications or degrees.
  Ensure that the characteristic for the degree in question is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Check the employee records in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0022 for education) to ensure that the degree is correctly entered.
  Make sure that the degree code matches the expected values in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it is correctly referencing the existing characteristics.
  Consult with your ABAP developer if necessary to debug any custom logic that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payroll or the relevant process to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that deal with employee qualifications, such as Infotype 0022 (Education) and Infotype 0023 (Training).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to access and modify the relevant data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR and Payroll.