How To Fix HRPBSUS226 - Change may cause inconsistency.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSUS - Message Class For Public Sector(USA)

• Message number: 226

• Message text: Change may cause inconsistency.

What causes this issue?

To perform a change, the system needs to react based upon the original
value and the new value and modify all related data. However, dynamic
actions are only able to see the new value. Thus, the related data are
not able to be adjusted automatically by the dynamic actions.

System Response

Though the record itself is changed, other related data are not
updated, which may leave the system in an inconsistent state.

How to fix this error?

User needs to manually change effected fields such as pool total hours
(if the change is a donation/withdrawal to/from the pool), or
recipient's record (if the change is a donation/recepetion of donation
to/from another employee).
However, change of donation/reception of donation to/from external
person can be done without side effects.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSUS226 - Change may cause inconsistency. ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSUS226, which states "Change may cause inconsistency," typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Payroll processes. This error is often related to changes made to employee data that could lead to inconsistencies in the payroll or HR data.
  Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The error may arise when there are conflicting changes made to employee records, such as changes in infotypes that are not compatible with each other.
  Locked Records: If an employee record is locked for processing (e.g., during payroll processing), any changes made to that record may trigger this error.
  Incorrect Sequence of Changes: If changes are made in an incorrect sequence (e.g., changing a position before changing the employee's assignment), it can lead to inconsistencies.
  Missing Dependencies: Certain infotypes may depend on others, and if a required infotype is missing or incorrectly filled, it can cause this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes made to the employee's infotypes. Ensure that the changes do not conflict with existing data.
  Unlock Records: If the employee record is locked, wait until the lock is released (e.g., after payroll processing) before making changes.
  Correct Sequence: Ensure that changes are made in the correct sequence. For example, if changing an employee's position, ensure that the new position is valid and that the employee's assignment is updated accordingly.
  Check Dependencies: Verify that all required infotypes are filled out correctly and that there are no missing dependencies.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and correct employee data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to HR and Payroll for specific guidance on handling this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) for troubleshooting.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to make changes to HR data.
  Testing Changes: If possible, test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and Payroll.