How To Fix PT_ARCH004 - Compensation (infotype 0083) cannot be destroyed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PT_ARCH -

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Compensation (infotype 0083) cannot be destroyed

What causes this issue?

The leave entitlement (infotype 0005) linked with the compensation
cannot be destroyed.

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?

First destroy the time quota that is used by the compensation.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PT_ARCH004 - Compensation (infotype 0083) cannot be destroyed ?

  The SAP error message PT_ARCH004, which states that "Compensation (infotype 0083) cannot be destroyed," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete or archive compensation data that is still in use or has dependencies that prevent it from being removed. This error is related to the Personnel Administration module in SAP, specifically dealing with employee compensation records.
  Causes:
  
  Active Records: The infotype 0083 (Compensation) may have active records that are still linked to other infotypes or processes.
  Dependencies: There may be dependencies on the compensation data from other infotypes or modules, such as payroll or benefits.
  Archiving Status: The records may not meet the criteria for archiving, such as not being in a completed status or having open periods.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to delete or archive the compensation records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Records: Review the infotype 0083 records for the employee in question to ensure there are no active records that need to be addressed.
  Review Dependencies: Investigate if there are any dependencies with other infotypes (like infotype 0008 for Basic Pay) or processes that are preventing the deletion.
  Archiving Criteria: Ensure that the records meet the archiving criteria set in the system. This may involve checking the status of the records and ensuring they are eligible for archiving.
  User Authorizations: Verify that the user attempting to delete or archive the records has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to infotype 0083 and archiving processes for any specific guidelines or requirements.
  Use Transaction SARA: If you are trying to archive the data, use transaction SARA to manage the archiving process and check for any logs or messages that provide more details on the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0083: This infotype is used to store compensation-related data for employees, including salary, bonuses, and other compensation elements.
  Archiving Process: The archiving process in SAP involves moving data that is no longer needed for daily operations to an archive, which can help improve system performance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide patches related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.