How To Fix HRPBSSA104 - Position's grade is not eligible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSSA -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Position's grade is not eligible

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSSA104 - Position's grade is not eligible ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSSA104, which states "Position's grade is not eligible," typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when there is an issue with the position's grade not meeting the criteria set for a specific action or process, such as a personnel action or a position assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Position Configuration: The position may not be configured correctly in the system. This could mean that the grade assigned to the position does not match the expected grades for the action being performed.
  Organizational Structure: The organizational structure may have restrictions or rules that prevent certain grades from being eligible for specific actions.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the master data for the position or employee.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on positions with certain grades.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Position Configuration: Review the configuration of the position in the system. Ensure that the grade assigned to the position is correct and eligible for the action being performed.
  
  Navigate to the position in the SAP system and verify the grade settings.
  
  
  
  Review Organizational Structure: Check the organizational structure and any associated rules that may restrict the eligibility of certain grades for the action.
  
  Ensure that the organizational unit and position are correctly linked and that there are no restrictions in place.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that all relevant master data for the position and employee is complete and accurate.
  
  Check for any missing or incorrect information in the employee's or position's master data.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or SAP Support: If the issue persists, consult with your HR department or SAP support team. They may have additional insights or access to configuration settings that can help resolve the issue.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the action has the necessary authorizations to work with the specific position and grade.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PPOME (Change Organizational Structure), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be specific patches or updates that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to position management and personnel actions for additional context and troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.