How To Fix HRPAYDESVBEA047 - &1: 'Reason for change of working time' field contains an invalid value

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESVBEA - BEA Error Notifications

• Message number: 047

• Message text: &1: 'Reason for change of working time' field contains an invalid value

What causes this issue?

The <DS:DE.P01_SV_BA_AZAEGR>Reason for Change of Working Time</>
(AZAEGR) field can only have the values <LS>00</> - <LS>11</>:
00,,No filled (initial state)
01,,Semi-retirement agreement - if increase amounts are paid (x)
02,,Agreement on flexible working times (x)
03,,Parental leave
04,,Time spent caring for family member
05,,Full-time to part-time (x)
06,,Change within part-time (x)
07,,Change part-time to full-time
08,,Employment Preservation Agreement (x)
09,,Family care period and post-care phase
10,,Change within full-time
11,,Miscellaneous
The following is valid for <LS>DSAB </>notifications: If the
<DS:DE.P01_SV_BA_AZVG>Working Time Comparison</> field (AZVG) field is
filled, the value <LS>00</> is not permitted. If the <LS>Working Time
Comparison</> (AZVG) field is not filled, only those reasons marked with
an (x) are permitted for changing working times.
The following is valid for <LS>DSEU</> notifications: The intial state
is not permitted.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the reasons for the change to working times and the working time
comparison.

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 HRPAYDESVBEA047 - &1: 'Reason for change of working time' field contains an invalid value ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA047 indicates that there is an issue with the "Reason for change of working time" field in the HR module, specifically when processing changes related to employee working hours. This error typically arises when the value entered in this field does not match the expected values defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Value: The value entered in the "Reason for change of working time" field does not correspond to any of the predefined values in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration for the reasons for change may not be set up correctly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error or incorrect selection made by the user when entering the data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Valid Values: Verify the list of valid values for the "Reason for change of working time" field. This can usually be found in the configuration settings or documentation for the HR module.
  Correct the Entry: If an invalid value was entered, correct it to one of the valid options. This may involve selecting from a dropdown list or entering a specific code.
  Review Configuration: If the valid values are not set up correctly, you may need to review the configuration in the SAP system. This typically involves:
  
  Accessing the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO).
  Navigating to the section for Personnel Administration or Time Management.
  Checking the settings for "Reasons for Change of Working Time" and ensuring that all necessary values are defined.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on the specific configuration and valid values for your version of SAP.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the correct values to use in this field to prevent future errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to access the relevant employee records and make changes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the problem persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDESVBEA047 error and ensure that the "Reason for change of working time" field contains a valid value.