How To Fix /PRA/TA004 - Invalid Pay/Report Combination &1 &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/TA -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Invalid Pay/Report Combination &1 &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/TA004 - Invalid Pay/Report Combination &1 &2 ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/TA004 Invalid Pay/Report Combination &1 &2 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP system, particularly when dealing with the Payroll Results Analysis (PRA) module. This error indicates that there is an invalid combination of payment and reporting parameters being used in the payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The error may arise due to incorrect configuration settings in the payroll schema or the payroll area.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the employee master records or payroll results that do not match the expected combinations.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the payroll report may not correspond to valid entries in the system.
  Custom Development: If there are custom reports or enhancements, they may not be handling certain combinations correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the pay/report combinations are correctly defined.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the employee master data is complete and accurate. Check for any missing infotypes or incorrect entries.
  Review Payroll Results: Analyze the payroll results for the specific employee or group of employees to identify any discrepancies.
  Parameter Verification: Verify the parameters being used in the payroll report or transaction to ensure they are valid and correspond to the expected values.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll report or transaction to identify where the invalid combination is being generated.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation) and PC00_MXX_REPORT (for payroll reporting).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue cannot be resolved internally, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.