How To Fix HRPAYTR02685 - & : Rule key figure/characteristic inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR02 -

• Message number: 685

• Message text: & : Rule key figure/characteristic inconsistent

What causes this issue?

Error &V2& occurred when checking the update rules for key figure &V1&
against the information structure definition.
Error:
Key figure &V1& does not exist in the information structure.
Characteristic &V3& does not exist in the information structure, but
does exist in the update rules for the characteristics.
Characteristic &V3& of the information structure is missing from the
update rules for the characteristics.
Unit &V3& of the key figure in the update rule and unit &V4& of the key
figure in the information structure are different.
Source unit &V3& of the key figure of the update rule and the source
unit &V4& determined for the source field are different.

System Response

The system cannot generate the update rules.

How to fix this error?

Errors 1 to 4: Delete the update rule and recreate the update rule
using function 'Restore key figures'.
Error 5: In the rules for the key figure, change either the event, the
source field name, or the source table and then reverse the change. In
doing so, the source unit is regenerated.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR02685 - & : Rule key figure/characteristic inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR02685, which states "Rule key figure/characteristic inconsistent," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency between the key figures or characteristics defined in the payroll rules and the actual data being processed.
  Causes:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The key figures or characteristics used in the payroll rules may not match the data in the infotypes or other related tables.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the payroll schema or rules that leads to the inconsistency.
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Required master data (like employee master records) may be missing or incorrectly maintained.
  Changes in Payroll Rules: If payroll rules were recently modified, they may not align with the existing data or other rules.
  Custom Enhancements: Custom developments or enhancements may have introduced inconsistencies in the payroll processing logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll schema and rules to ensure that all key figures and characteristics are correctly defined and consistent with the data.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data (infotypes) for the employees being processed is complete and accurate.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on the payroll data to identify any discrepancies.
  Review Changes: If recent changes were made to payroll rules or configurations, review those changes to ensure they are correct and do not introduce inconsistencies.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll processing to identify the exact point of failure and the specific rule causing the inconsistency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll rules and configurations for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PE01 (Maintain Payroll Schema) or PE02 (Maintain Payroll Rules) to review and modify payroll configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide fixes related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, providing them with detailed information about the error and the context in which it occurs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the inconsistency causing the HRPAYTR02685 error in your SAP payroll processing.