How To Fix HRTIM00BLPRETRO016 - Controlling area &1 not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTIM00BLPRETRO - TMW: Retroactive Accounting Control

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Controlling area &1 not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTIM00BLPRETRO016 - Controlling area &1 not permitted ?

  The SAP error message HRTIM00BLPRETRO016 indicates that there is an issue related to the controlling area in the context of retroactive payroll processing. Specifically, the error message states that the controlling area specified is not permitted for the operation being attempted.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Controlling Area: The controlling area specified in the payroll or time management configuration does not match the one defined in the employee's master data or the configuration settings.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified controlling area.
  Configuration Errors: There may be a misconfiguration in the payroll or controlling area settings in the SAP system.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the data related to the employee's assignment to the controlling area.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data to ensure that the correct controlling area is assigned. This can be done in transaction PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the controlling area is correctly defined and that it matches the employee's assignment.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the payroll process has the necessary authorizations to access the specified controlling area. This can be checked in transaction SU53 (Display Authorization Check).
  Consult with Configuration Team: If the issue persists, consult with the SAP configuration team to review the settings related to controlling areas and payroll processing.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction code SE38 to run any relevant reports or consistency checks that may help identify data inconsistencies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SE38: Execute ABAP Reports
  SU53: Display Authorization Check
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payroll processing and controlling area configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  If the issue continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.