How To Fix HRPBSAU320 - Threshold Value time unit in T5QPBS2F Should be 'AY' or 'CY'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAU - Message Class For Public Sector(Australia)

• Message number: 320

• Message text: Threshold Value time unit in T5QPBS2F Should be 'AY' or 'CY'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAU320 - Threshold Value time unit in T5QPBS2F Should be 'AY' or 'CY' ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAU320 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the threshold value time unit in the table T5QPBS2F. This table is used in the context of the SAP Payroll and Benefits module, specifically for defining thresholds related to benefits and payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the time unit for the threshold value in the T5QPBS2F table is not set to the expected values, which are:
  
  'AY' for Annual
  'CY' for Calendar Year
  
  If the time unit is set to any other value, the system will throw this error, indicating that the configuration is incorrect.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the configuration in the T5QPBS2F table. Here are the steps to do that:
  
  
  Access the Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to access the T5QPBS2F table.
  
  
  
  Check Existing Entries:
  
  Look for the entries that have been defined in the table. Pay special attention to the column that specifies the time unit.
  
  
  
  Modify Incorrect Entries:
  
  If you find any entries with a time unit other than 'AY' or 'CY', you will need to change them to one of the valid values.
  You can do this by selecting the entry and editing it, or by creating a new entry with the correct time unit.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary changes, save the entries.
  
  
  
  Test the Configuration:
  
  After making the changes, run the payroll or benefits calculation again to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the T5QPBS2F table and its configuration.
  Transport Requests: If you are making changes in a development environment, ensure that you transport the changes to the quality and production environments as needed.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration tables in SAP.
  Consult with Functional Team: If you are unsure about the changes, consult with your SAP HR functional team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Payroll and Benefits.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPBSAU320 error and ensure that the threshold value time unit is correctly configured in your SAP system.