How To Fix HRPBSDE5Z170 - Pers. area reporting &1/&2: Mandatory field "BerichtseinheitID" missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDE5Z - Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 170

• Message text: Pers. area reporting &1/&2: Mandatory field "BerichtseinheitID" missing

What causes this issue?

The mandatory field Reporting Unit ID could not be determined since this
field has not been maintained for the reporting personnel area &V1&/&V2&
in table T596M.

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

System Response

No file is created for the reporting personnel area &V1&/&V2&.

How to fix this error?

Maintain the field Reporting Unit ID in table T596M for the
subapplication VEST and for the reporting personnel area &V1&/&V2&.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDE5Z170 - Pers. area reporting &1/&2: Mandatory field "BerichtseinheitID" missing ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDE5Z170 indicates that there is a missing mandatory field "BerichtseinheitID" (which translates to "Reporting Unit ID") in the context of personnel area reporting. This error typically arises in the Human Resources (HR) module when certain required data is not provided during a process, such as data entry, report generation, or data transfer.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the "BerichtseinheitID" field has not been filled in. This field is required for the system to process the personnel area correctly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that are not set up correctly, leading to the system expecting this field to be populated.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated from another system or uploaded in bulk, the required fields may not have been included in the data file.
  User Input Error: Users may inadvertently skip this field when entering data manually.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Ensure that the "BerichtseinheitID" field is filled in wherever it is required. This may involve checking the relevant infotype (e.g., IT0001 for Organizational Assignment) or the specific transaction you are working with.
  Review Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings related to personnel area reporting to ensure that the "BerichtseinheitID" is correctly defined and required.
  Data Migration Review: If this error occurs during a data migration process, review the data files to ensure that the "BerichtseinheitID" is included and correctly formatted.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the "BerichtseinheitID" and its role in personnel area reporting.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes in SAP HR, especially those related to organizational assignments and reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to access and modify the required fields in the HR module.
  Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training on data entry and the importance of mandatory fields in SAP.
  
  By addressing the missing "BerichtseinheitID" field and ensuring proper data entry and configuration, you should be able to resolve the HRPBSDE5Z170 error.