How To Fix HRPAYTR03296 - The units from the source and reference fields are not compatible

HRPAYTR03296 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR03 -

• Message number: 296

• Message text: The units from the source and reference fields are not compatible

What causes this issue?

The designated source field has the unit &V1& (&V2&), the reference
field has the unit &V3& (&V4&). The unit &V2& cannot be converted into
the unit &V4&.

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?

Possible conversions are located in table TMC6U.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPAYTR03296 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYTR03296, which states "The units from the source and reference fields are not compatible," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the units of measurement used in the source field (the field from which data is being pulled) and the reference field (the field to which data is being assigned or compared).
  Causes:
  
  Unit Mismatch: The most common cause is that the source and reference fields are using different units of measurement (e.g., hours vs. days, or different currencies).
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll or time management schema that are not aligned correctly.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in master data or infotypes can lead to incompatible units.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll process, they may not