How To Fix HRPBSDERECL016 - Future data record was not updated due to different pay scale type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDERECL - Messages for Pay Scale Level Increase

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Future data record was not updated due to different pay scale type

What causes this issue?

The Basic Pay data record starting on &V1& has the pay scale type &V2&;
however, the pay scale type at the time of reclassification &V3& is &V4&
.

System Response

No content will be changed in a Basic Pay data record starting in the
future due to the different pay scale type.

How to fix this error?

If necessary, check whether adjustments need to be made to the record
starting in the future.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDERECL016 - Future data record was not updated due to different pay scale type ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDERECL016 indicates that a future data record could not be updated because of a mismatch in the pay scale type. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when there is an attempt to change or update an employee's data that involves future-dated records.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the system has detected a discrepancy between the pay scale type of the current record and the pay scale type of the future record you are trying to update. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  An employee's pay scale type has changed, but the future record still references the old pay scale type.
  The system is trying to apply changes to a future record that is not compatible with the current pay scale type.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Pay Scale Types: Review the pay scale types for both the current and future records. Ensure that they are consistent and that any changes to the pay scale type are reflected in future records.
  
  
  Update Future Records: If the pay scale type has changed, you may need to manually update the future records to reflect the new pay scale type. This can be done through the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0008 for Basic Pay).
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit the employee's records. Check the infotypes related to pay scale and ensure they are correctly set up.
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the changes or how to proceed, consult with your HR or payroll team. They may have specific procedures in place for handling pay scale changes.
  
  
  Check for Customizations: If your organization has custom developments or enhancements in the SAP system, ensure that these are not interfering with the standard behavior of the system regarding pay scale types.
  
  
  Review Documentation: Check SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any additional guidance or updates that may be relevant to your specific version of SAP.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Pay scale information is typically stored in Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) and Infotype 0000 (Actions).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HR errors and pay scale issues for any patches or updates that may address this error.
  Testing: After making changes, test the updates in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to update the future data record successfully.