How To Fix HRPSGB161 - Car allowance is not unique between &1 and &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB - HR PS Great Britain

• Message number: 161

• Message text: Car allowance is not unique between &1 and &2

What causes this issue?

The amount of the car allowance is not unique in table 'HRGPBS: Car
Allowance for essential car users' (T5GPBS_CARALLOW) between dates
<(>&<)>V1& and <(>&<)>V2&..

System Response

No amount for the car allowance can be selected.

How to fix this error?

Please make sure that there is no overlapping entries in table
T5GPBS_CARALLOW.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB161 - Car allowance is not unique between &1 and &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB161 indicates that there is a conflict with car allowance entries in the system. Specifically, it means that the car allowance is not unique between two specified entries (denoted as &1 and &2). This typically occurs in the context of employee benefits or compensation management within the SAP HR module.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The error usually arises when there are multiple entries for car allowances that overlap in terms of validity periods or conditions for the same employee or group of employees.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the car allowance types or the way they are set up in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry or lack of proper checks during the input of car allowance records can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Entries: Check the entries for car allowances for the specified employees (between &1 and &2). Look for overlapping validity periods or duplicate records.
  Adjust Validity Periods: If you find overlapping entries, adjust the validity periods so that each car allowance is unique and does not conflict with others.
  Delete Duplicates: If there are duplicate entries that are not needed, consider deleting the unnecessary records.
  Configuration Check: Review the configuration settings for car allowances in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly and do not allow for overlapping entries.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on managing car allowances and resolving conflicts.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to review and edit employee records.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee compensation data.
  Testing: After making changes, test the entries to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the system processes the car allowances correctly.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling car allowances.
  
  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 modules for further assistance.