How To Fix HRPAYDESV743 - Only W or O is permitted in the field 'Legal Area' (KENNZRK)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 743

• Message text: Only W or O is permitted in the field 'Legal Area' (KENNZRK)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV743 - Only W or O is permitted in the field 'Legal Area' (KENNZRK) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV743 indicates that there is an issue with the value entered in the 'Legal Area' field (KENNZRK) in the payroll processing module. This field is expected to contain only specific values, namely 'W' (for West Germany) or 'O' (for East Germany). If any other value is entered, the system will trigger this error message.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Value: The most common cause of this error is that an invalid value has been entered in the 'Legal Area' field. This could be due to a manual entry error or incorrect data being pulled from a source.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the infotype settings that define valid values for the 'Legal Area'.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it is possible that the values in the 'Legal Area' field were not correctly mapped or transformed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the input data for the payroll run and ensure that the 'Legal Area' field contains either 'W' or 'O'. Correct any entries that do not conform to this requirement.
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the payroll schema and infotypes related to the 'Legal Area'. Ensure that the allowed values are correctly defined.
  Data Validation: Implement data validation checks in the payroll processing to prevent invalid entries in the 'Legal Area' field.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the 'Legal Area' field and its valid values.
  Testing: After making corrections, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment): This infotype may contain the 'Legal Area' field and should be checked for correct entries.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may need to be reviewed to ensure that it is set up correctly to handle the 'Legal Area' field.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling the 'Legal Area' field.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.