How To Fix HRPBSAU486 - Please enter Hours Per Week for part-time service.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 486

• Message text: Please enter Hours Per Week for part-time service.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAU486 - Please enter Hours Per Week for part-time service. ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAU486, which states "Please enter Hours Per Week for part-time service," typically occurs in the context of employee data management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system requires the entry of the number of hours a part-time employee is expected to work per week, which is a necessary piece of information for payroll processing and other HR functions.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  An employee is classified as a part-time worker, but the system does not have the required data for "Hours Per Week."
  The relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment or Infotype 0007 - Planned Working Time) does not have the hours per week specified for the employee.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Employee's Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to access the employee's record.
  
  
  
  Check the Relevant Infotype:
  
  Look for Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) or Infotype 0007 (Planned Working Time).
  If the employee is part-time, ensure that the "Hours Per Week" field is filled in.
  
  
  
  Enter the Required Information:
  
  If the "Hours Per Week" field is empty, enter the appropriate number of hours that the part-time employee is expected to work each week (e.g., 20 hours).
  Save the changes.
  
  
  
  Verify Other Related Infotypes:
  
  Check other relevant infotypes that may also require updates, such as Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) or Infotype 0016 (Contract Elements), to ensure consistency in the employee's data.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes:
  
  After making the necessary updates, try to perform the action that previously triggered the error to confirm that it has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a unique number and serves a particular purpose.
  Part-Time Employment: In SAP, part-time employees are typically defined by their working hours, which must be accurately recorded for payroll and reporting purposes.
  SAP Documentation: For more detailed information, refer to SAP Help documentation or consult with your SAP HCM administrator for specific configurations related to your organization's setup.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant for further investigation.