How To Fix HRPAYFR_DSN005 - Section &1/Field &2: mapping impossible for value &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_DSN - Message class for DSN

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Section &1/Field &2: mapping impossible for value &3

What causes this issue?

The &V2& field of the &V1& section must be transcoded to respect the DSN
format.
However, no target value could be found in the T5FDSNTRANS table for the
source value &V3&.

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?

Check the content of the T5FDSNTRANS table.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN005 - Section &1/Field &2: mapping impossible for value &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN005 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly for the French payroll (as indicated by "FR" in the message). This error indicates that there is an issue with mapping a specific value in a payroll-related field, which is causing the payroll process to fail.
  Cause:
  The error message HRPAYFR_DSN005 Section &1/Field &2: mapping impossible for value &3 generally arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Invalid Value: The value being processed in the specified field does not have a corresponding mapping in the payroll configuration. This could be due to incorrect or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the payroll configuration settings, such as missing or incorrect mappings in the payroll schema or rules.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in master data (e.g., employee records) or infotypes that are used in payroll processing.
  
  
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the payroll process, they may not be handling certain values correctly.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAYFR_DSN005 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Value: Identify the specific value (&3) that is causing the issue. Review the relevant infotype or payroll data to ensure that the value is valid and correctly entered.
  
  
  Review Configuration: 
  
  Check the payroll schema and rules to ensure that the mapping for the specified field (&2) is correctly defined.
  Ensure that all necessary configuration settings are in place for the payroll area and country-specific requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll area and the error message for any known issues or additional guidance.
  
  
  Test with Different Data: If possible, test the payroll process with different employee records or values to see if the error persists. This can help isolate whether the issue is data-specific.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the payroll run to see where the mapping is failing. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may want to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review employee data and run payroll.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYFR_DSN005 error in your SAP payroll processing.