How To Fix PE782 - The recalculation for personnel number &1 cannot be set.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 782

• Message text: The recalculation for personnel number &1 cannot be set.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE782 - The recalculation for personnel number &1 cannot be set. ?

  The SAP error message PE782, which states "The recalculation for personnel number &1 cannot be set," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration. This error indicates that there is an issue with the recalculation of payroll or benefits for a specific employee (identified by the personnel number).
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Personnel Data: The personnel number may not be valid, or there may be missing or incorrect data in the employee's master data.
  Payroll Status: The payroll status of the employee may not allow for recalculation. For example, if the payroll has already been finalized or locked, recalculation may not be possible.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific payroll area settings.
  Time Management Issues: If there are discrepancies in time data or absence records, it may prevent recalculation.
  Authorization Issues: The user attempting to perform the recalculation may not have the necessary authorizations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Personnel Data: Verify that the personnel number is correct and that all necessary master data (e.g., infotypes) is complete and accurate.
  Review Payroll Status: Check the payroll status of the employee. If the payroll has been finalized, you may need to reverse the payroll run or make adjustments before recalculating.
  Configuration Review: Consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the payroll schema and related settings are correctly configured.
  Examine Time Data: Review the employee's time management records for any inconsistencies or missing entries that could affect payroll calculations.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform payroll recalculations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and recalculation for further insights into potential causes and solutions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.