How To Fix HRPAYTR02898 - Unit for (exact) execution time deleted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR02 -

• Message number: 898

• Message text: Unit for (exact) execution time deleted

What causes this issue?

The execution time unit is only relevant when the exact lead time or
the exact execution time is used.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR02898 - Unit for (exact) execution time deleted ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR02898, which states "Unit for (exact) execution time deleted," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that a specific time unit that was previously defined for payroll processing has been deleted or is no longer available in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Deleted Time Unit: The most common cause of this error is that a time unit (such as hours, days, etc.) that was used in payroll calculations has been deleted from the system.
  Configuration Changes: Changes in the configuration settings related to time management or payroll processing can lead to this error if the time unit is referenced in payroll schemas or rules.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as references to a time unit that no longer exists in the database.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Time Unit Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for Time Management or Payroll.
  Verify if the time unit in question is still defined. If it has been deleted, you may need to recreate it.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema and rules to see if they reference the deleted time unit.
  If they do, you may need to modify the schema to either remove the reference or replace it with a valid time unit.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the payroll data to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  Use transaction codes like PE51 (for schema) or PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation) to analyze the payroll process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration and version of your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE51 (Maintain Payroll Schema), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRPAYTR02898 for any known issues or fixes.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the payroll process in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYTR02898 error and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.