How To Fix HRPBSDERECL034 - The next pay scale group/pay scale level cannot be determined.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 034

• Message text: The next pay scale group/pay scale level cannot be determined.

What causes this issue?

Pay scale level &V1& of pay scale group &V2& is assigned to a group
membership duration without the next pay scale group/pay scale level
being stored.

System Response

When calculating the next level increase, the system rejects the
personnel number.

How to fix this error?

Please contact your system administrator.

Procedure for System Administrators

In Customizing, maintain the corresponding entry in table view <ZH>
V_T510_PSRCL</>. The entry belongs to pay scale type &V3& and pay scale
area &V4&.
If level &V1& is the highest level of pay scale group &V2&, the field
for the group membership duration should be filled with <LB>0000</> or
left empty.
If it is not the highest level, the relevant next pay scale group and
level should be maintained.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDERECL034 - The next pay scale group/pay scale level cannot be determined. ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDERECL034 indicates that the system is unable to determine the next pay scale group or pay scale level for an employee. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or when trying to determine an employee's compensation structure based on their current position, qualifications, or other criteria.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The pay scale structure may not be properly configured in the system. This includes missing entries in the relevant tables that define pay scale groups and levels.
  Incorrect Master Data: The employee's master data (such as infotype 0008 - Basic Pay) may be incomplete or incorrect, leading to issues in determining the next pay scale.
  Missing Pay Scale Group/Level: The next pay scale group or level may not exist in the system, or the transition rules between pay scales may not be defined.
  Organizational Changes: Changes in the organizational structure or job classifications that have not been updated in the system can lead to this error.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or logic implemented in the payroll process, they may not be functioning correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of pay scale groups and levels in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary entries are present in the relevant tables (e.g., T510, T511).
  Check the configuration of the pay scale structure in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Management > Payroll > Pay Scale Structure.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data for completeness and accuracy. Ensure that all relevant infotypes (especially infotype 0008 for Basic Pay) are correctly filled out.
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect the determination of the pay scale.
  
  
  
  Validate Pay Scale Group/Level:
  
  Ensure that the next pay scale group and level exist in the system. If they do not, you may need to create them or adjust the employee's pay scale accordingly.
  
  
  
  Check Organizational Structure:
  
  Review any recent changes to the organizational structure or job classifications. Ensure that these changes have been reflected in the employee's master data.
  
  
  
  Debug Custom Logic:
  
  If there are custom enhancements or logic in the payroll process, review them for any issues that may be causing the error. Debugging may be necessary to identify the root cause.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.