How To Fix HRPSGB_ABS104 - The employee's PS Grouping changes from &1 to &2 on &3.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ABS -

• Message number: 104

• Message text: The employee's PS Grouping changes from &1 to &2 on &3.

What causes this issue?

There is a split in this employee's Infotype 0001. This has resulted in
their Absence Modifier (MOABW) changing during the period of validity
of this infotype. This will lead to inconsistent results during Absence
Evaluation, for this reason, splits in Absence Modifier are NOT
allowed. Re-enter the End Date of this infotype so that there are NO
changes in Absence Modifier. (i.e. the day BEFORE the change)

System Response

Error. Infotype cannot be saved.

How to fix this error?

Change the End Date of the validity period to the day BEFORE the
change.

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 HRPSGB_ABS104 - The employee's PS Grouping changes from &1 to &2 on &3. ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ABS104 indicates that there is a change in the employee's Payroll Status (PS Grouping) from one value to another on a specific date. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when managing employee data in the Human Resources module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that the employee's PS Grouping (which determines how payroll is processed for that employee) has changed. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  Changes in the employee's job role or position.
  Changes in the employee's contract or employment status.
  Updates to the employee's personal data that affect payroll processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Data: Review the employee's master data to identify any recent changes that may have affected the PS Grouping. This includes checking the employee's infotypes related to payroll, such as:
  
  Infotype 0000 (Actions)
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data)
  Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay)
  Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions)
  
  
  
  Verify PS Grouping Changes: Confirm the changes in the PS Grouping. You can do this by checking the relevant infotypes or using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Configuration: If the change in PS Grouping is valid and necessary, ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly to handle the new grouping. This may involve updating payroll schemas or rules.
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: After making the necessary adjustments, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the changes are correctly reflected and that there are no further errors.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the implications of the PS Grouping change, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your HR or payroll team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PS Grouping: This is a classification that determines how payroll is processed for an employee. It can affect tax calculations, deductions, and other payroll-related processes.
  Infotypes: These are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. Changes in infotypes can trigger updates to the PS Grouping.
  Payroll Processing: Understanding the payroll process in SAP is crucial for troubleshooting issues related to employee data and payroll calculations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP experts for further assistance.