How To Fix PN164 - The program is not a CE payroll driver, but &1 is a CE schema

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 164

• Message text: The program is not a CE payroll driver, but &1 is a CE schema

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN164 - The program is not a CE payroll driver, but &1 is a CE schema ?

  The SAP error message PN164 indicates that there is a mismatch between the payroll driver being used and the schema defined in the system. Specifically, it suggests that the program being executed is not a "CE" (Clustered Environment) payroll driver, while the schema being referenced is a CE schema. This can occur in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) and payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payroll Driver: The payroll driver being executed is not compatible with the CE schema. This can happen if a non-CE payroll driver is mistakenly called when a CE schema is expected.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll settings, such as incorrect assignment of payroll drivers to schemas.
  Custom Development: If there are custom payroll drivers or modifications, they may not be properly aligned with the CE schema requirements.
  Version Mismatch: The version of the payroll driver may not support the CE schema, especially if there have been recent updates or changes in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Driver: Verify that the payroll driver being executed is indeed a CE payroll driver. You can do this by checking the configuration in the SAP system.
  
  Go to transaction code PE01 to check the schema and the associated payroll driver.
  Ensure that the payroll driver is correctly assigned to the schema in question.
  
  
  
  Review Schema Configuration: Ensure that the schema being used is correctly configured for the payroll process. You may need to adjust the schema or the payroll driver settings.
  
  Check the schema in transaction code PE01 and ensure it is set up correctly for CE processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and CE schemas to ensure that all configurations are in line with best practices.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configurations and drivers, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PE01 (Schema Maintenance), PC00_MXX_CE (Payroll Driver for CE), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to payroll processing and error PN164 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on payroll processing and CE schemas.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.