How To Fix HRWPC_PCR038 - The combination of pay scale &1 and pay scale level &2 is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRWPC_PCR - Messages for Personal Change Request

• Message number: 038

• Message text: The combination of pay scale &1 and pay scale level &2 is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRWPC_PCR038 - The combination of pay scale &1 and pay scale level &2 is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message HRWPC_PCR038 indicates that there is an issue with the combination of the pay scale and pay scale level in the payroll or personnel administration module. This error typically arises when the system encounters a pay scale and level that are not valid or not configured correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Pay Scale/Level Combination: The specified pay scale and pay scale level do not match any valid entries in the system. This could be due to incorrect data entry or configuration.
  Missing Configuration: The pay scale or level may not be defined in the system, or the combination may not be allowed based on the organizational rules or settings.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the pay scale configuration.
  Changes in Pay Scale Structure: If there have been recent changes to the pay scale structure, the old combinations may no longer be valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Pay Scale Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO and navigate to the relevant configuration for pay scales.
  Verify that the pay scale and pay scale level in question are correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (using transaction code PA30) to ensure that the pay scale and level are correctly assigned.
  Make sure that the employee's data is consistent with the defined pay scale structure.
  
  
  
  Validate Payroll Schema:
  
  If you are using a custom payroll schema, ensure that it is correctly configured to handle the specified pay scale and level.
  Check the PCR (Personnel Calculation Rules) that may be affecting the payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to pay scale configurations to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PE01: Maintain PCRs
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on pay scale configurations and related payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRWPC_PCR038 error message.