How To Fix HRPAYDESVBEA089 - &1: 'Time Unit for Period of Notice' field is invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESVBEA - BEA Error Notifications

• Message number: 089

• Message text: &1: 'Time Unit for Period of Notice' field is invalid

What causes this issue?

Only the following values are allowed in the <DS:DE.P01_SV_EL_KFZE>Time
Unit for Period of Notice</> field (KFZE):
0 ,,Not filled (initial state)
1,,Calendar days
2,,Working days
3,,Weeks
4,,Months
If a period of notice has been specified (period of notice not in
initial state <LS>000</>), you have to fill in the <LS>Time Unit for
Period of Notice</> field.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check you entries in the <LS>Time Unit for Period of Notice</> field.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA089 - &1: 'Time Unit for Period of Notice' field is invalid ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA089 indicates that there is an issue with the "Time Unit for Period of Notice" field in the payroll or personnel administration module. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid entry in the field that specifies the time unit for the notice period, which is crucial for calculating severance, termination, or other related payroll processes.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Time Unit: The most common cause is that the time unit entered in the "Time Unit for Period of Notice" field is not recognized by the system. This could be due to a typo, an unsupported value, or a configuration issue.
  Configuration Issues: The time units may not be properly configured in the system settings, or the relevant infotype may not be set up correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to invalid values being entered into the field.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Input Value: Verify the value entered in the "Time Unit for Period of Notice" field. Ensure that it matches the expected values defined in the system (e.g., days, weeks, months).
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000 - Actions, Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  Ensure that the time units are correctly defined and that the system recognizes them.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files to understand the valid entries for the "Time Unit for Period of Notice" field.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to make changes to the relevant infotype.
  Test in a Sandbox Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a test or sandbox environment to troubleshoot without affecting production data.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that may be involved in the notice period calculations, such as Infotype 0000 (Actions) and Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment).
  Time Units: Common time units in SAP HR include days (D), weeks (W), months (M), and years (Y). Ensure that the correct abbreviations are used.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYDESVBEA089 error in SAP.