How To Fix HRPAYTR03479 - & : hierarchy only if source field not specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR03 -

• Message number: 479

• Message text: & : hierarchy only if source field not specified

What causes this issue?

Indicating a hierarchy is only necessary when no source field has been
specified. If you have indicated a source field, the system
automatically determines the hierarchy.

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

Exception:
If a source field is specified and if this source field is to be
processed by a formula, then a hierarchy can be specified. This is
necessary if fields from lower hierarchies than that of the source
field are also used in the formula.
Using the hierarchy:
The hierarchy determines the data required from the document in order
to update the key figure correctly. If you specify a hierarchy that is
too high, not all of the data from the document will be made available
for the statistics update.

System Response

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR03479 - & : hierarchy only if source field not specified ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR03479, which states "Hierarchy only if source field not specified," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when working with HR master data. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the hierarchy in the payroll or HR data processing.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The hierarchy is set up in a way that it expects a source field to be specified, but it is not provided in the current context.
  Missing Data: The required source field data is missing or not correctly populated in the relevant infotype or payroll schema.
  Schema Logic: The payroll schema or the processing logic may not be correctly defined to handle the hierarchy as expected.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the payroll schema and the hierarchy settings in the relevant infotypes.
  Ensure that the hierarchy is correctly defined and that it aligns with the expected source fields.
  
  
  
  Verify Data:
  
  Check the employee master data and ensure that all required fields are populated correctly.
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries in the infotypes that are relevant to the payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Adjust Schema Logic:
  
  If you have access to the payroll schema, review the logic to ensure that it correctly handles the hierarchy without requiring a source field when it is not specified.
  You may need to consult with a technical consultant or an SAP HR expert to adjust the schema if necessary.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists.
  Monitor the logs for any additional errors or warnings that may provide further insight.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYTR03479 error in your SAP system.