How To Fix HRPIQ00PROGRESSION050 - Error in VSR/BRF+ result for program type &1 and progression category &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ00PROGRESSION - Progession Messages

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Error in VSR/BRF+ result for program type &1 and progression category &2

What causes this issue?

The progression result determined by the VSR rules is not permissible
for program type &V1& and progression category &V2&.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the following settings of the VSR rules for progression:
Check the rule containers assigned to non-academic callup point 0053.
Check the rule modules used there.
Check the rule elements used there. Only <ZH>substitutions</> may be
used.
Check the VSR substitutions and the steps used.
Check the processing sequence.
Note: All rule containers are processed in progression.
If the BRFplus framework is enabled for progression in the Customizing
activity
<DS:SIMG.CM_PROGR05>Enable BRFplus Framework for Managing Progression
Rules</> then check the BRFplus ruleset corresponding to the progression
category &V2&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ00PROGRESSION050 - Error in VSR/BRF+ result for program type &1 and progression category &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ00PROGRESSION050 indicates that there is an issue with the VSR (Variable Salary Review) or BRF+ (Business Rule Framework plus) result for a specific program type and progression category. This error typically arises in the context of SAP HCM (Human Capital Management) when dealing with employee progression, salary adjustments, or similar HR processes.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The error may stem from incorrect configuration settings in the VSR or BRF+ rules. This could include missing or incorrect entries for the specified program type and progression category.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee records or the relevant tables that the VSR/BRF+ is trying to access.
  Rule Logic Errors: The logic defined in the BRF+ rules may not be correctly handling the inputs for the specified program type and progression category.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user executing the process may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or execute specific rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the VSR and BRF+ rules related to the specified program type and progression category. Ensure that all necessary entries are correctly defined.
  Validate Data: Check the employee data for completeness and correctness. Ensure that all required fields are populated and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Review BRF+ Rules: Analyze the BRF+ rules to ensure that they are correctly defined and that the logic is appropriate for the inputs being processed. You may need to debug the rules to identify where the failure occurs.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the process has the necessary authorizations to perform the action. This may involve checking user roles and permissions in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional insights or updates that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide fixes or additional guidance on this error. You can search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to HRPIQ00PROGRESSION050.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  HRPBC: For managing BRF+ rules.
  HRPQR: For managing progression rules.
  
  
  Debugging: If you have access, consider using the debugging tools in SAP to trace the execution of the VSR/BRF+ process to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with a technical expert who specializes in SAP HCM and BRF+ configurations.