How To Fix HRSFEC_SERVICES190 - Please enter a payroll area on &1 for frequency determination.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_SERVICES - Message Class for Replication Service

• Message number: 190

• Message text: Please enter a payroll area on &1 for frequency determination.

What causes this issue?

During inbound processing, the system tries to adjust the validity
period of the bank information record to match the payroll periods. In
this case the system couldn't find the payroll area for personnel number
&2 on &1, so the system was not able to make these
adjustments.

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?

Enter a payroll area for the employee on &1 or adjust the validity
of the payment information record to match the payroll period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES190 - Please enter a payroll area on &1 for frequency determination. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES190, which states "Please enter a payroll area on &1 for frequency determination," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP system. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the payroll frequency because the payroll area has not been specified for the relevant employee or organizational unit.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payroll Area: The most common cause of this error is that the payroll area has not been assigned to the employee or the relevant organizational unit in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of payroll areas or payroll frequencies in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry when setting up employee records or payroll processing parameters.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30).
  Ensure that the payroll area is correctly assigned in the employee's data. This is usually found under the "Organizational Assignment" infotype (IT 0001).
  
  
  
  Verify Payroll Area Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of payroll areas in the system (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll Areas and ensure that the payroll area is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate payroll frequency.
  
  
  
  Assign Payroll Area to Organizational Units:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area is assigned to the relevant organizational units (e.g., company codes, personnel areas) in the configuration settings.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Frequency Settings:
  
  Check the payroll frequency settings to ensure that they are correctly defined for the payroll area in question.
  
  
  
  Test with a Different Employee:
  
  If possible, test the payroll processing with another employee who has a valid payroll area assigned to see if the issue persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any additional guidance on payroll area and frequency determination.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), and others related to payroll processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view and edit payroll-related data.
  
  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 and payroll modules.