How To Fix PG246 - Enter the personnel area, personnel number is ignored

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 246

• Message text: Enter the personnel area, personnel number is ignored

What causes this issue?

The wage type can only be validated if the <DS:DE.MOLGA>country
grouping</> is known. You must therefore enter the personnel area. The
system ignores the personnel number you have entered because
<DS:SIMG.OHIXT77S0>personnel number validation</> has been deactivated.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG246 - Enter the personnel area, personnel number is ignored ?

  The SAP error message PG246 "Enter the personnel area, personnel number is ignored" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when the system expects a personnel area to be specified, but it is not provided. This can happen in various transactions or reports where the personnel area is a required field.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Personnel Area: The most common cause of this error is that the personnel area field is left blank or not filled in correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the personnel area in the system.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have entered the personnel number without specifying the corresponding personnel area, leading the system to ignore the personnel number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter Personnel Area: Ensure that you enter a valid personnel area in the relevant field. This is usually a dropdown list that should contain the available personnel areas configured in your SAP system.
  Check Configuration: If you are an administrator or have access to configuration settings, verify that the personnel areas are correctly set up in the system. This can be done through transaction codes like SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to navigate to the relevant configuration settings.
  Review Input Data: Double-check the data you are entering. Make sure that you are not only entering the personnel number but also the corresponding personnel area.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the personnel area codes, refer to your organization's documentation or consult with your HR department for the correct codes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), or PA40 (Personnel Actions) where this error might occur.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to access the personnel area and personnel number data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Training: If you are new to SAP HR modules, consider undergoing training or reviewing training materials to better understand how personnel data is structured and managed in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PG246 error and proceed with your HR-related tasks in SAP.