How To Fix HRPAYDEEH206 - No activity area is specified for &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEEH - Notification class for surveys, DE

• Message number: 206

• Message text: No activity area is specified for &1 &2

What causes this issue?

Based on the business operating area, the decision is made whether the
form should be created for the manufacturing industry or the service
industry.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use the field Business operating area in the Implementation Guide under
Payroll Germany -> Personnel Area Reporting.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEEH206 - No activity area is specified for &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEEH206 "No activity area is specified for &1 &2" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a specified activity area for the given employee or payroll period.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The activity area may not be defined in the system for the specific employee or payroll area.
  Incorrect Master Data: The employee's master data may not have the necessary information filled in, such as the activity area.
  Payroll Area Issues: The payroll area configuration might be incomplete or incorrect, leading to the inability to determine the activity area.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the payroll process, they might not be handling the activity area correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for payroll and ensure that the activity areas are correctly defined for the payroll area in question.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to check the employee's master data.
  Ensure that the activity area is specified in the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  
  
  
  Validate Payroll Area Settings:
  
  Check the payroll area settings to ensure that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Ensure that the activity area is linked to the payroll area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to custom developments or enhancements that might affect payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll for the affected employee to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes that may contain activity area information, such as Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and Infotype 0007 (Planned Working Time).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes for HR and payroll include PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Documentation: Review SAP Notes and documentation related to payroll processing for any known issues or updates that might relate to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYDEEH206 error in your SAP system.