How To Fix HRPBSSA174 - GRA grade should fall in the scope between &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSSA -

• Message number: 174

• Message text: GRA grade should fall in the scope between &1 and &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSSA174 - GRA grade should fall in the scope between &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSSA174 indicates that there is an issue with the grade assigned to a position or employee in the Human Resources module, specifically related to the "GRA" (Grade) field. The message states that the grade should fall within a specified range, indicated by the placeholders &1 and &2.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The grade assigned to an employee or position does not fall within the predefined range set in the system.
  There may be a configuration issue in the grading structure or the specific employee's data.
  The grade might have been manually entered incorrectly or is not valid for the specific organizational unit or position.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Grade Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the grading structure in SAP (usually found in the IMG under Personnel Administration or Organizational Management).
  Verify the valid range for the grades and ensure that the grade you are trying to assign falls within this range.
  
  
  
  Review Employee or Position Data:
  
  Check the employee's or position's data in the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Ensure that the grade assigned is correct and corresponds to the defined range.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Grade:
  
  If the grade is outside the valid range, you may need to change it to a valid grade that falls within the specified limits.
  If necessary, consult with your HR or payroll department to determine the appropriate grade.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines provided by your organization regarding grade assignments to ensure compliance with internal policies.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes by attempting to save or process the employee or position data again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to view and edit employee data.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and 0002 (Personal Data) that may contain the grade information.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee data or configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.