How To Fix HRPSGB_HER515 - Sub-scheme(&1) exists without main scheme. (&2-&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 515

• Message text: Sub-scheme(&1) exists without main scheme. (&2-&3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_HER515 - Sub-scheme(&1) exists without main scheme. (&2-&3) ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER515 indicates that there is a sub-scheme defined in the system that does not have a corresponding main scheme. This typically occurs in the context of payroll or benefits administration within the SAP HR module, particularly in the UK payroll (as suggested by the "GB" in the message).
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The sub-scheme has been created in the system without a main scheme being defined. This can happen if the configuration for payroll or benefits is incomplete or incorrect.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during the data entry process where a sub-scheme was created without linking it to a main scheme.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), it’s possible that the main scheme was not included in the transport request.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payroll or benefits in the SAP system.
  Verify that all sub-schemes have corresponding main schemes defined.
  If a main scheme is missing, create it and link it to the sub-scheme.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entries:
  
  Check the entries for the sub-scheme in question. Ensure that it is correctly linked to a main scheme.
  If necessary, correct the entries to establish the relationship.
  
  
  
  Transport Requests:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were included.
  If the main scheme was not transported, you may need to transport it separately.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform testing to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the payroll or benefits processing works as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration) or PA30 (for maintaining HR master data) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after following the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and ensuring that all sub-schemes are properly linked to their main schemes, you should be able to resolve the HRPSGB_HER515 error.