How To Fix HRPBSAE113 - General group out of range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAE -

• Message number: 113

• Message text: General group out of range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAE113 - General group out of range ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAE113, which states "General group out of range," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the assignment of a general group (such as a wage type or a specific classification) that is not valid or is outside the expected range.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid General Group Assignment: The general group assigned to an employee or a payroll element may not exist or may be incorrectly configured.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll schema or the wage types that reference the general group.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in employee master records or payroll infotypes can lead to this error.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or modifications in the payroll process, they may not be handling the general groups correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check General Group Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the general groups in the SAP system (transaction code SPRO).
  Verify that the general groups are correctly defined and that the ranges are set appropriately.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master records (transaction code PA30) to ensure that the general group assigned is valid and exists in the system.
  Look for any inconsistencies in the infotypes related to payroll and personnel administration.
  
  
  
  Examine Payroll Schema:
  
  Review the payroll schema (transaction code PE01) to ensure that the general groups are correctly referenced and that there are no errors in the schema logic.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll process to identify where the error is being triggered. This may require technical expertise.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific version of SAP you are using, as there may be known issues or patches available.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if this is a recurring problem.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE01 (Maintain Payroll Schema), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRPBSAE113 for any specific fixes or recommendations provided by SAP.
  Testing: After making changes, always test the payroll run in a development or quality environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPBSAE113 error in your SAP system.