How To Fix HRPBSSA006 - Pay frequency of &1 &2 is beyond limitation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSSA -

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Pay frequency of &1 &2 is beyond limitation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSSA006 - Pay frequency of &1 &2 is beyond limitation ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSSA006, which states "Pay frequency of &1 &2 is beyond limitation," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the pay frequency defined for an employee or a payroll area exceeds the allowable limits set in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Pay Frequency: The pay frequency defined for the employee (e.g., weekly, bi-weekly, monthly) is not supported or is incorrectly configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The payroll area or the specific pay frequency settings may not be properly configured in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entries in the employee master data or payroll configuration that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pay Frequency Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the payroll area configuration in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the pay frequency for the relevant payroll area is correctly defined and within the allowed limits.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (Transaction code: PA30) to ensure that the pay frequency is correctly assigned.
  Make sure that the employee's pay frequency aligns with the configuration in the payroll area.
  
  
  
  Adjust Pay Frequency:
  
  If the pay frequency is indeed beyond the limitation, consider changing it to a valid frequency that is supported by the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to payroll configuration to understand the limitations and valid configurations for pay frequencies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll process can complete successfully.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (Customizing), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payroll configurations and employee master data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.