How To Fix HRPAYDESV151 - It is not permitted to use foreign hazard pay areas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESV - Error Messages Germany Payroll, Social Insurance

• Message number: 151

• Message text: It is not permitted to use foreign hazard pay areas

What causes this issue?

According to the AI master data file, the AI institution responsible
&v1& (company number &v2&) does not use hazard pay areas of other
workers' compensation associations (<LS>foreign</> hazard pay areas),
instead it uses its own hazard pay areas to represent foreign
activities.
Therefore, only hazard pay areas that belong to the workers'
compensation association &v1& may be used.

System Response

The entry is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Correct the workers' compensation association.
Enter the responsible AI institution &v1& as the workers' compensation
association and use the input help to select a suitable hazard pay area.

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.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV151 - It is not permitted to use foreign hazard pay areas ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV151, which states "It is not permitted to use foreign hazard pay areas," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an attempt to use a hazard pay area that is not valid for the employee's current country or region.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The hazard pay area may not be properly configured for the specific country or region in the SAP system.
  Employee Assignment: The employee may be assigned to a location or organizational unit that does not allow for the use of foreign hazard pay areas.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the employee's master data or payroll data that references an invalid hazard pay area.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Review the configuration of hazard pay areas in the SAP system. Ensure that the hazard pay areas are correctly defined for the relevant countries and that they are not set to be used inappropriately.
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in the SAP HCM module to verify the configuration of hazard pay areas.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (infotypes) to ensure that the correct country and organizational unit are assigned.
  Make sure that the employee is not incorrectly assigned to a foreign hazard pay area.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to hazard pay areas and their configuration. This can provide insights into any specific requirements or restrictions.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration and employee data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Hazard Pay Areas: These are specific areas defined in the SAP system that determine additional pay for employees working in hazardous conditions. They are often linked to specific locations or job roles.
  Country-Specific Settings: Different countries may have different regulations regarding hazard pay, and SAP allows for country-specific configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on configuring hazard pay areas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.