How To Fix HRPAYDESVRV018 - Prevention reason &1 is invalid.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESVRV - Message Class for rvBEA

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Prevention reason &1 is invalid.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESVRV018 - Prevention reason &1 is invalid. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESVRV018, which states "Prevention reason &1 is invalid," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the system has encountered an invalid or unrecognized prevention reason code during a payroll run or when processing employee data.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Prevention Reason Code: The most common cause of this error is that the prevention reason code specified in the payroll or personnel data is not defined in the system or is incorrectly entered.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the infotype that is being processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to the use of an incorrect or non-existent prevention reason code.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, the necessary configuration for the prevention reason may not have been implemented.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Prevention Reason Code: Verify that the prevention reason code being used is valid. You can do this by checking the configuration in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000 - Actions, Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the prevention reason codes are correctly configured in the system. This can typically be done in the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) under:
  
  Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll: General > Define Prevention Reasons.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to manual data entry, correct the prevention reason code in the employee's master data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using for any known issues or additional configuration steps.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check and modify employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message, as SAP frequently releases notes that address specific issues.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and modify the relevant infotypes and configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR to further investigate the problem.