How To Fix HRPAYDETM002 - Unit '&1' of quota '&2' cannot be converted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDETM - Human Resources Germany - Time Management Interface

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Unit '&1' of quota '&2' cannot be converted

What causes this issue?

An employee has quota types with different units.
One of these units cannot be converted to days. Only hours can be
converted to days.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the unit for the quota in view V_T556A.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDETM002 - Unit '&1' of quota '&2' cannot be converted ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDETM002 indicates that there is an issue with the conversion of a unit of measure for a specific quota in the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly in the context of payroll or time management. The error message typically appears when the system is unable to convert the specified unit of measure for a quota due to various reasons.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Unit of Measure: The unit of measure specified for the quota may not be defined correctly in the system or may not exist in the unit of measure table.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the HR module related to the handling of quotas and their units of measure.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be data entry errors where the unit of measure or quota is incorrectly specified in the employee's master data or time data.
  Missing Conversion Factors: The conversion factors between different units of measure may not be defined, leading to the inability to convert the specified unit.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Unit of Measure: Verify that the unit of measure specified in the error message is valid and exists in the system. You can check this in the unit of measure configuration (transaction code OME1).
  Review Quota Configuration: Ensure that the quota configuration is set up correctly in the system. This includes checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 2006 for absence quotas) and ensuring that the units of measure are correctly assigned.
  Correct Data Entries: Review the employee's master data and time data for any incorrect entries related to quotas and units of measure. Make necessary corrections.
  Define Conversion Factors: If applicable, ensure that conversion factors between different units of measure are defined in the system. This can be done in the configuration settings for units of measure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling quotas and units of measure in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), or OME1 (Maintain Units of Measure) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.