How To Fix HRPAYDESV522 - The person group key must begin with 1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 522

• Message text: The person group key must begin with 1

What causes this issue?

In position 1 of the person group, only one "1" is allowed. The person
group &v1& is therefore not permitted in the ELENA procedure.

System Response

The notification is created with the status <ZK>With Errors</>.

How to fix this error?

In the infotype "DEUEV", enter a permitted person group for the employee
and run payroll for this employee before you recreate the notification.
If the employee is a public sector employee, you must check whether the
BAdI "BADI_HRPAYDE_EL_BEAMTER" correctly determines the status of the
employee. In the standard SAP system, the public sector employee status
is determined using the grouping of the employee subgroups for the
personnel calculation rule. The grouping must have the value 4 for the
public sector employees.

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 HRPAYDESV522 - The person group key must begin with 1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV522 indicates that there is an issue with the person group key in the payroll or personnel administration module. Specifically, the error states that the person group key must begin with the digit '1'. This typically relates to the configuration of employee groups or categories in the SAP system.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Person Group Key: The person group key entered does not start with '1', which is a requirement for certain employee types or categories in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the person group key.
  Configuration Issue: The system may be configured to expect certain formats for person group keys, and the current entry does not comply with these rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Person Group Key: Verify the person group key being used. Ensure that it starts with '1' as required by the system.
  Correct Data Entry: If the person group key was entered incorrectly, correct it to ensure it meets the required format.
  Review Configuration: If you are unsure about the valid person group keys, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to understand the valid ranges and formats for person group keys.
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, test the entry again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP HR Configuration: Understanding how person groups are configured in SAP HR can help prevent this error. This includes knowing the valid ranges and formats for person group keys.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to personnel administration and payroll processing for more detailed information on person group keys.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user entering the data has the appropriate permissions and knowledge to make changes to personnel data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with an SAP support professional or your internal IT team for further assistance.