HRWPC_PCR005 - Kombination of EE group &1, EE subgr. &2 and country mod. &3 not allowed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRWPC_PCR - Messages for Personal Change Request

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Kombination of EE group &1, EE subgr. &2 and country mod. &3 not allowed.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWPC_PCR005 - Kombination of EE group &1, EE subgr. &2 and country mod. &3 not allowed. ?

  The SAP error message HRWPC_PCR005 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of employee group, employee subgroup, and country modifier in the context of payroll processing. This error typically arises when the configuration in the system does not allow the specified combination for the payroll calculation.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The employee group, employee subgroup, and country modifier combination may not be configured correctly in the system. This can happen if the combination is not defined in the relevant payroll schema or if it has been inadvertently removed or altered.
  Master Data Issues: The employee master data may have incorrect or incomplete entries for the employee group, employee subgroup, or country modifier.
  Country-Specific Regulations: Certain combinations may be restricted due to country-specific payroll regulations or settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and verify the settings for the employee group, employee subgroup, and country modifier.
  Ensure that the combination you are trying to use is allowed in the payroll schema.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data for the specific employee that is causing the error. Ensure that the employee group, employee subgroup, and country modifier are correctly assigned.
  You can use transaction PA20 or PA30 to view and edit employee master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Payroll Schema:
  
  Review the payroll schema (using transaction PE01) to ensure that the combination is included in the relevant payroll calculation rules.
  If necessary, modify the schema to include the required combination.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll calculation to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult SAP documentation or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Customizing settings
  PA20/PA30: Display/Change employee master data
  PE01: Maintain payroll schema
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the configuration and employee master data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRWPC_PCR005 error in your SAP system.