How To Fix HRPBSQA032 - Salary exceed average salary( &1 ) of employee's grade

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSQA -

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Salary exceed average salary( &1 ) of employee's grade

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSQA032 - Salary exceed average salary( &1 ) of employee's grade ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSQA032 indicates that the salary being entered for an employee exceeds the average salary for their designated grade. This is a common validation check in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules to ensure that salary adjustments remain within reasonable limits based on the employee's job grade.
  Cause:
  
  Salary Entry: The salary being entered for the employee is higher than the average salary defined for that employee's grade in the system.
  Grade Configuration: The average salary for the grade may not be updated or configured correctly in the system.
  Market Adjustments: There may be market adjustments or changes in salary structures that have not been reflected in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There could be a simple data entry error where the salary was incorrectly input.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Salary Data: Check the salary being entered and ensure it is correct. Compare it with the average salary for the employee's grade.
  Check Grade Configuration: Review the configuration of the salary grades in the system. Ensure that the average salary for the grade is set correctly.
  Adjust Salary: If the salary is indeed higher than the average but justified (e.g., due to exceptional performance or market conditions), you may need to adjust the average salary for that grade or seek approval for the higher salary.
  Consult HR Policies: Ensure that the salary being proposed aligns with the organization's HR policies regarding salary structures and adjustments.
  Seek Approval: If necessary, seek approval from HR management or relevant authorities to process the salary that exceeds the average.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to review and adjust employee salary data.
  Reports: Utilize reports to analyze salary distributions within grades to ensure compliance with organizational policies.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation for detailed guidelines on managing employee compensation and understanding the implications of salary grades.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or support team for further assistance.