How To Fix HRWPC_PCR008 - Combination of pers area &1, pers subarea &2 + country grp &3 not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRWPC_PCR - Messages for Personal Change Request

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Combination of pers area &1, pers subarea &2 + country grp &3 not allowed

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWPC_PCR008 - Combination of pers area &1, pers subarea &2 + country grp &3 not allowed ?

  The SAP error message HRWPC_PCR008 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of personnel area, personnel subarea, and country group in the context of payroll processing. This error typically arises when the system encounters a configuration that is not valid or not allowed based on the defined settings in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The combination of personnel area, personnel subarea, and country group may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings.
  Master Data Issues: The employee's master data may have incorrect or incomplete information regarding the personnel area, personnel subarea, or country group.
  Country-Specific Settings: Certain country-specific payroll configurations may not support the combination being used.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration (SPRO) and navigate to the relevant settings for personnel areas and subareas. Ensure that the combination of personnel area, personnel subarea, and country group is defined