How To Fix HRPAYSA028 - Gender Text Could Not be Read From Domain P24_GESCH

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYSA - Mesasge class for package PC24

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Gender Text Could Not be Read From Domain P24_GESCH

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYSA028 - Gender Text Could Not be Read From Domain P24_GESCH ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYSA028, which states "Gender Text Could Not be Read From Domain P24_GESCH," typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) payroll processing. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the gender text associated with a specific gender code from the domain P24_GESCH.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Entries in Domain: The most common cause of this error is that the domain P24_GESCH does not have the necessary entries for the gender codes being used in the payroll processing. This could happen if the domain was not properly maintained or if there were changes in the configuration that were not reflected in the domain.
  
  
  Incorrect Gender Code: If the gender code being referenced does not exist or is incorrectly entered in the employee master data, the system will not be able to find the corresponding text.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the domain or the relevant data.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Domain Entries:
  
  Go to transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) and check the domain P24_GESCH.
  Ensure that the necessary entries for gender codes (e.g., 'M' for Male, 'F' for Female) are present and correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Domain:
  
  If entries are missing, you may need to add them. This typically requires appropriate authorizations, so you may need to work with your SAP Basis or HR configuration team.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data (transaction PA30) to ensure that the gender field is populated correctly and that the gender code corresponds to the entries in the domain.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the domain and the related data.
  
  
  
  Transport Issues:
  
  If this issue arose after a transport, ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly and that there are no inconsistencies in the system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SE11 (Data Dictionary) for checking and maintaining domains.
  PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) for checking employee records.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: 
  
  Check SAP Notes related to HR and payroll processing for any known issues or patches that might address this error.
  
  
  
  Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP HR documentation for details on how gender codes are used in payroll processing and any specific configurations that may be relevant.
  
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.