How To Fix HRPBSDEVASEN179 - Activation sequence for subapplications &1 &2 is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Activation sequence for subapplications &1 &2 is incorrect

What causes this issue?

To prevent retroactive accounting differences, subapplications &V2& &V1&
are used. &V2& &V1& are active from &V4& and &V3&. &V2& must be
activated before &V1&.

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?

Arrange the validity of subapplications 'RGRD' 'RGRE' 'RGR5' 'RGRF' in
ascending order.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDEVASEN179 - Activation sequence for subapplications &1 &2 is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVASEN179 indicates that there is an issue with the activation sequence for subapplications in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or Payroll. This error typically arises during the configuration or execution of payroll processes, particularly when there are dependencies between different subapplications that are not being met.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The activation sequence for the subapplications is not set up correctly in the system. This could be due to manual errors during configuration.
  Missing Dependencies: One or more subapplications may depend on the results of others, and if they are not activated in the correct order, this error can occur.
  Custom Development: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll process, they may not align with the expected activation sequence.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport might not have included all necessary components or configurations.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPBSDEVASEN179 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for the subapplications involved. Ensure that the activation sequence is correctly defined according to the business requirements.
  Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings for HR and Payroll.
  
  
  
  Review Dependencies:
  
  Identify the dependencies between the subapplications. Ensure that they are activated in the correct order. You may need to consult the documentation or SAP notes related to the specific subapplications.
  
  
  
  Check Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments, review the code to ensure that it adheres to the expected activation sequence. Debugging may be necessary to identify where the sequence is failing.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included. You may need to re-transport missing components.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the payroll process runs smoothly without triggering the error again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for HR and Payroll configuration for detailed guidance on setting up subapplications.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, especially if you have a support contract.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPBSDEVASEN179 error in your SAP system.