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Message type: E = Error
Message class: HRWPC_PCR - Messages for Personal Change Request
Message number: 026
Message text: The selected reason for a special payment does not exist
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The SAP error message HRWPC_PCR026, which states "The selected reason for a special payment does not exist," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when a user attempts to process a special payment (such as bonuses, overtime, or other one-time payments) but the reason code associated with that payment is not recognized by the system.
Cause:
- Invalid Reason Code: The reason code for the special payment may not be defined in the system or may have been deleted.
- Configuration Issues: The configuration for special payments in the payroll schema may not be set up correctly.
- Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the specified reason code.
- Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the reason code entered by the user.
Solution:
- Check Reason Code: Verify that the reason code you are trying to use for the special payment is valid and exists in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
- Configuration Review: Ensure that the special payment reason codes are properly configured in the payroll schema. This can typically be done by accessing the relevant transaction codes (e.g., PE03 for schema maintenance).
- Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary permissions to process special payments with the selected reason code.
- Correct Data Entry: Double-check the input for any typographical errors or incorrect entries.
- Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how to configure and manage special payment reason codes.
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