How To Fix HRPBSDEVASEN021 - The parallel periods do not have the same weighting factor

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDEVASEN - Calc. of Employ. Period - Pension Administration (PY-DE-PS)

• Message number: 021

• Message text: The parallel periods do not have the same weighting factor

What causes this issue?

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System Response

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

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDEVASEN021 - The parallel periods do not have the same weighting factor ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVASEN021, which states "The parallel periods do not have the same weighting factor," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time evaluation in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy in the weighting factors assigned to parallel periods, which are used for calculations such as payroll or time evaluation.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Weighting Factors: The error arises when the system detects that the weighting factors for the periods being compared or processed are not the same. This can happen if the configuration for the periods is not set up correctly.
  Configuration Issues: The weighting factors for different periods (e.g., monthly, weekly) may not have been defined consistently in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries or changes in the payroll or time evaluation settings may lead to inconsistencies in the weighting factors.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the payroll or time evaluation schema. Ensure that the weighting factors for the relevant periods are defined consistently.
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually in SPRO) and check the settings for the payroll or time evaluation schema.
  Look for the section that defines weighting factors for periods and ensure they match across the periods in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Weighting Factors: If discrepancies are found, adjust the weighting factors to ensure they are the same for the parallel periods being processed.
  
  This may involve updating the configuration or correcting any manual entries that may have caused the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Test the Changes: After making adjustments, run a test payroll or time evaluation to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the calculations are correct.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring weighting factors in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Seek Expert Help: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to payroll and time evaluation, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to avoid impacting live data while troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPBSDEVASEN021 error in your SAP system.