How To Fix HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI006 - &1: payroll area non-identical (&2 vs &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI - Message class relative to the Corrections infotype

• Message number: 006

• Message text: &1: payroll area non-identical (&2 vs &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI006 - &1: payroll area non-identical (&2 vs &3) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI006 indicates a payroll area mismatch in the context of payroll processing. Specifically, the error message states that there is a non-identical payroll area between two entities, which are represented by the placeholders &2 and &3 in the message. This typically occurs when there is an inconsistency in the payroll area assigned to an employee or a group of employees in the payroll run.
  Cause:
  
  
  Payroll Area Mismatch: The error usually arises when the payroll area assigned to an employee does not match the payroll area expected by the payroll processing program. This can happen if:
  
  An employee has been assigned to a different payroll area than what is configured for the payroll run.
  There are changes in the payroll area configuration that have not been updated for all relevant employees.
  Employees are being processed in a payroll run that is not applicable to their assigned payroll area.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during employee master data maintenance can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Organizational Changes: Changes in the organizational structure or payroll area assignments that have not been properly reflected in the employee records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify the payroll area assigned to the employee(s) in question. You can do this by navigating to the employee's master data (Transaction PA20 or PA30) and checking the payroll area field.
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll area configuration is correct and that it aligns with the payroll run being executed. This includes checking the payroll area settings in the configuration (Transaction SPRO).
  
  
  Update Payroll Area: If the payroll area is incorrect, update it to the correct value. This may involve changing the payroll area for the employee or ensuring that the payroll run is set up for the correct payroll area.
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on employee data to identify any discrepancies in payroll area assignments.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) for configuration.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the payroll area mismatch causing the error HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI006.