How To Fix HRPSGB_HER282 - HESA Record Validation Check Contract.SOBS.2 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_HER - HR PS GB Higher Education Messages (USS, HESA etc)

• Message number: 282

• Message text: HESA Record Validation Check Contract.SOBS.2 failed

What causes this issue?

Where Contract.SOBS (Source of basic salary) = 01 there must be no other
occurrences of Contract.SOBS.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_HER282 - HESA Record Validation Check Contract.SOBS.2 failed ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER282, specifically related to the HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency) record validation check, indicates that there is an issue with the contract data in the system. The error message "Contract.SOBS.2 failed" suggests that there is a problem with the contract details that are being validated against HESA requirements.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The contract data for the employee may not meet the HESA requirements. This could be due to missing fields, incorrect values, or data that does not conform to the expected format.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the HESA reporting in the SAP system, leading to incorrect validation checks.
  Incorrect Contract Type: The contract type assigned to the employee may not be valid for HESA reporting.
  Missing or Incorrect Attributes: Certain attributes required for the HESA record may be missing or incorrectly populated in the employee's contract data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Data: Check the employee's contract data in the SAP system. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly and that the data conforms to HESA standards.
  Validate Configuration: Review the configuration settings for HESA reporting in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings align with the latest HESA requirements.
  Correct Contract Type: Verify that the contract type assigned to the employee is appropriate for HESA reporting. If necessary, update the contract type.
  Run Validation Reports: Use any available validation reports or tools within SAP to identify specific issues with the contract data. This can help pinpoint the exact cause of the validation failure.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the HESA documentation for specific requirements related to contract data. This can provide guidance on what is expected for successful validation.
  Engage with SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights or patches if the issue is related to a known bug.
  
  Related Information:
  
  HESA Reporting: HESA is responsible for collecting and publishing data about higher education in the UK. Institutions must comply with their reporting requirements, which include accurate contract data for staff.
  SAP HR Module: The Human Resources module in SAP (SAP HR) includes functionalities for managing employee data, including contracts, which must be accurately maintained for compliance with external reporting requirements.
  Validation Checks: SAP systems often include validation checks to ensure that data entered meets specific criteria before it can be processed or reported. Understanding these checks can help in troubleshooting issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPSGB_HER282 error message.