How To Fix LR061 - Personnel area/subarea &/& does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LR - CATS: Cross-Application Time Sheet

• Message number: 061

• Message text: Personnel area/subarea &/& does not exist

What causes this issue?

The combination of personnel area &V1& and personnel subarea &V2& is
invalid for one of the following reasons:
Personnel area &V1& does not exist
Personnel subarea &V2& does not exist
Personnal area &V1& and personnel subarea &V2& exist but may not be
used in the combination you entered.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Correct your entries.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LR061 - Personnel area/subarea &/& does not exist ?

  The SAP error message LR061 indicates that the specified personnel area and subarea combination does not exist in the system. This error typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) or Payroll processes when the system is unable to find the relevant configuration for the personnel area and subarea you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Personnel Area/Subarea: The personnel area or subarea you are trying to access may have been entered incorrectly, either due to a typo or using an outdated code.
  Configuration Missing: The personnel area/subarea combination may not have been configured in the system. This can happen if the organization has not set up the necessary HR master data.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing entries in the personnel area/subarea configuration.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain personnel areas or subareas.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Input: Double-check the personnel area and subarea codes you are using. Ensure that they are correct and exist in the system.
  Check Configuration: Go to the SAP configuration (transaction code SPRO) and navigate to the relevant HR settings to verify if the personnel area and subarea are defined correctly.
  
  Path: Human Resources > Personnel Management > Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Personnel Areas and Personnel Subareas
  
  
  Create Missing Entries: If the personnel area/subarea does not exist, you may need to create it in the system. This typically requires appropriate authorization and should be done in consultation with your HR or SAP administrator.
  Review Data Migration: If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that all necessary data was transferred correctly.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the specified personnel area and subarea.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check existing personnel data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on personnel area and subarea configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or an SAP consultant for further assistance.