How To Fix OUT003 - Wrong Payroll Outsourcing version chosen see feature OTVSN &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OUT - Messages for Outsourcing

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Wrong Payroll Outsourcing version chosen see feature OTVSN &

What causes this issue?

When executing the Outsourcing product, a version was chosen that was
not correct for the client configuration. This usually means that
feature OTVSN has not been configured correctly.

System Response

Warning message only in a test environment. Is an error message in
Production and will disallow the processing if the feature is not
configured correctly.

How to fix this error?

Ensure feature OTVSN has been configured and activated.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OUT003 - Wrong Payroll Outsourcing version chosen see feature OTVSN & ?

  The SAP error message OUT003: Wrong Payroll Outsourcing version chosen typically occurs when there is a mismatch between the payroll outsourcing version configured in the system and the version that is expected or required for the payroll processing. This error is related to the configuration of payroll outsourcing in the SAP system, particularly in the context of the feature OTVSN (Outsourcing Version).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll outsourcing version set in the employee's master data or in the payroll processing configuration does not match the version defined in the feature OTVSN.
  Missing or Inactive Version: The version that is being referenced may not be active or may not exist in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or incorrect entries in the payroll configuration settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Feature OTVSN:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE03 (Feature Maintenance) and check the configuration of the feature OTVSN.
  Ensure that the correct payroll outsourcing version is defined and that it is active.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 to check the employee's master data.
  Verify that the payroll outsourcing version assigned to the employee is correct and matches the version defined in OTVSN.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Configuration:
  
  If necessary, adjust the payroll configuration to ensure that the correct version is being used for payroll processing.
  This may involve updating the payroll schema or the relevant configuration settings in the payroll module.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to payroll outsourcing and the specific versioning to ensure compliance with the required settings.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved and that payroll calculations are processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates regarding this error message.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for discussions related to payroll outsourcing issues and solutions.
  Training and Documentation: Consider reviewing training materials or documentation related to payroll configuration in SAP to better understand the implications of versioning in payroll outsourcing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.