How To Fix HRPBSQA_PF014 - The grade of Target Job &1 is greater than source Job &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSQA_PF - Message Class for Qatar PBS Process Form

• Message number: 014

• Message text: The grade of Target Job &1 is greater than source Job &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSQA_PF014 - The grade of Target Job &1 is greater than source Job &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSQA_PF014 indicates that there is a mismatch in the job grades between the target job and the source job during a personnel action, such as a job change or promotion. Specifically, it means that the grade of the target job (Job &1) is higher than that of the source job (Job &2), which is not allowed in the context of the action being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Job Grade Configuration: The target job has a higher grade than the source job, which may violate the rules set in the system for job changes.
  Personnel Action Type: The action being performed may not allow for an increase in job grade, depending on the configuration of the personnel action type.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry, where the wrong target job was selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Job Grades: Check the job grades assigned to both the source and target jobs. Ensure that the target job's grade is appropriate for the action being taken.
  Adjust Personnel Action: If the action is intended to promote the employee, ensure that the correct personnel action type is being used that allows for a grade increase.
  Correct Job Assignment: If the target job was incorrectly assigned, select the correct job that has a grade equal to or lower than the source job.
  Consult Configuration: If necessary, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to review the settings for job changes and ensure they align with your organization's policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP HR documentation related to job changes and personnel actions to understand the rules and configurations that govern these processes.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the issue is resolved before applying changes in the production environment.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP HR team for further assistance.