How To Fix HRPAYDE_BSAP001 - Inbound and storage directory point to the same path

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDE_BSAP - Messages Class for Payment Office Data Retrieval Portal

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Inbound and storage directory point to the same path

What causes this issue?

The inbound and storage directory lead to the same path.

System Response

Report <DS:RE.RP_PAYDE_BSAP_READ_BA_FILES>BSAP: Import Inbound
Notifications</> (<LS>RP_PAYDE_BSAP_READ_BA_FILES</>) is not executed in
the system.

How to fix this error?

Please check and change the inbound or storage directory.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDE_BSAP001 - Inbound and storage directory point to the same path ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDE_BSAP001 typically indicates a configuration issue related to the inbound and storage directories in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) Payroll system, particularly when dealing with data imports or file processing.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the inbound directory and the storage directory are configured to point to the same file path. This can lead to conflicts or issues in processing files, as the system may not be able to distinguish between files that are being processed and those that have already been processed or archived.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the inbound directory and the storage directory are set to different paths. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction in SAP (usually through SPRO or a specific transaction related to HR Payroll).
  
  
  
  Check Directory Settings:
  
  Navigate to the settings for the inbound and storage directories. This is often found under the payroll or data import settings.
  
  
  
  Modify the Paths:
  
  Change the path of either the inbound directory or the storage directory so that they do not point to the same location. For example, you might keep the inbound directory as /usr/sap/inbound and change the storage directory to /usr/sap/storage.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the configuration.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  Run a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that files can be processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on configuring inbound and storage directories.
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30, PA40, or specific payroll-related transactions to access employee data and payroll processing.
  Support: If the issue persists after making changes, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with your SAP Basis team for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the inbound and storage directories are correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDE_BSAP001 error and continue with your payroll processing tasks.