How To Fix HRPAYDESVA1024 - Indicator &1 is not 'Y' or 'N'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESVA1 - Message Class for A1 Procedure

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Indicator &1 is not 'Y' or 'N'.

What causes this issue?

Indicator &v1& is not filled or is filled with an invalid value.

System Response

The notification was created with the status With Errors.

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 HRPAYDESVA1024 - Indicator &1 is not 'Y' or 'N'. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESVA1024, which states "Indicator &1 is not 'Y' or 'N'," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that a specific indicator (represented by &1) is expected to have a value of either 'Y' (Yes) or 'N' (No), but it currently has a different value or is empty.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The indicator in question may not be properly configured in the system. This could be due to incorrect settings in the payroll schema or infotype.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a data entry error where the indicator was set to an invalid value or left blank.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements, they might not be handling the indicator correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., SPRO) and verify the settings for the indicator. Ensure that it is set up to accept only 'Y' or 'N'.
  Review the payroll schema and ensure that the indicator is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Check the infotype or table where the indicator is stored. Ensure that the value is either 'Y' or 'N'.
  If the indicator is part of a specific infotype (e.g., IT0001, IT0002), review the entries for the employee in question.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll process to identify where the indicator is being set and why it is not conforming to the expected values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific indicator to understand its purpose and the expected values.
  
  
  
  User Training: 
  
  If the issue is due to user error, consider providing training or guidelines on how to correctly enter data related to the indicator.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to HR data maintenance (e.g., PA30 for infotype maintenance).
  Testing: After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the error does not recur and that the payroll process runs smoothly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.