How To Fix PB117 - Check whether company code &1 matches the subordinate personnel areas

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PB - PD: Message IDs Org. Management

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Check whether company code &1 matches the subordinate personnel areas

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PB117 - Check whether company code &1 matches the subordinate personnel areas ?

  The SAP error message PB117 indicates that there is a mismatch between the company code and the personnel areas in the system. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify employee master data, and the personnel area assigned to the employee does not correspond to the company code defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The personnel area assigned to the employee does not belong to the specified company code. Each personnel area is linked to a specific company code, and if the employee's personnel area does not match, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Data Entry: When entering employee data, the personnel area may have been incorrectly assigned or selected.
  Organizational Structure Changes: Changes in the organizational structure may have led to a misalignment between company codes and personnel areas.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP configuration settings (transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Organizational Management > Define Personnel Areas.
  Verify that the personnel area is correctly assigned to the appropriate company code.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Master Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee's master data.
  Ensure that the personnel area assigned to the employee matches the company code.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the personnel area is incorrect, you can change it in the employee master data.
  Make sure to select the correct personnel area that corresponds to the company code.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or IT:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct personnel area or company code, consult with your HR department or IT support team to ensure that the data is accurate and compliant with organizational policies.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG (for configuration)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on personnel areas and company codes.
  
  
  Organizational Structure: Understanding the organizational structure in SAP is crucial for managing employee data effectively. Ensure that all changes in the organizational structure are reflected in the system.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PB117 error and ensure that the employee master data is correctly configured in SAP.