How To Fix HRPSGB_HER291 - HESA Record Validation Check Contract.TCHWLH.3 failed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 291

• Message text: HESA Record Validation Check Contract.TCHWLH.3 failed

What causes this issue?

Contract.TCHWLH (Teaching through the medium of Welsh) must not equal 1
where Person.ABLWELSH = 2.(Not able to teach through the medium of
Welsh)

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_HER291 - HESA Record Validation Check Contract.TCHWLH.3 failed ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER291 indicates that there is a validation issue with the HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency) record, specifically related to the contract type. The error message suggests that the validation check for the contract type (TCHWLH.3) has failed.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Contract Type: The contract type specified in the employee's record may not be valid or may not meet the criteria set by HESA for the specific record type.
  Missing Data: Required fields related to the contract type may be missing or incorrectly filled out in the employee's record.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the HESA reporting in the SAP system, leading to incorrect validation checks.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for the employee, such as mismatched dates or incorrect codes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Contract Type: Verify that the contract type assigned to the employee is correct and valid according to HESA guidelines. You may need to refer to the HESA documentation for the correct codes.
  Review Employee Data: Ensure that all required fields related to the contract type are filled out correctly. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect information.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings for HESA reporting in your SAP system. Ensure that the validation rules are set up correctly.
  Data Correction: If any discrepancies are found in the employee's data, correct them in the SAP system and re-run the validation check.
  Testing: After making corrections, perform a test run of the HESA report to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  Related Information:
  
  HESA Reporting: Familiarize yourself with the HESA reporting requirements and guidelines, as they provide essential information on what data is required and how it should be formatted.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a specialist who has experience with HESA reporting in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.