How To Fix PYD_FND200 - Data source instances might be invalidated by change of country grouping

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYD_FND - Payroll Data Source Framework

• Message number: 200

• Message text: Data source instances might be invalidated by change of country grouping

What causes this issue?

You have changed the Country Grouping (MOLGA) value. The Country
Grouping (MOLGA) value might become inconsistent between several views,
which might cause errors.

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?

In the views <LS>Payroll Data Source Type Input Parameter Type
Assignment</> (V_PYD_D_TYPTI or V_PYD_D_TYPTR) and <LS>Payroll Data
Source Class</> (V_PYD_D_CLS), check whether the MOLGA value is valid:
When the MOLGA value in the <LS>Payroll Data Source Type</> (V_PYD_D_TY)
view or the <LS>Payroll Data Source Parameter Type</> (V_PYD_D_PT) view
has been changed from a specific value to "*", you can set MOLGA in
V_PYD_D_TYPTI, V_PYD_D_TYPTR, or V_PYD_D_CLS to any value.
When the MOLGA value in V_PYD_D_TY or V_PYD_D_PT has been changed from
"*" to a specific value, you must set MOLGA in V_PYD_D_TYPTI,
V_PYD_D_TYPTR, and V_PYD_D_CLS to the same value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYD_FND200 - Data source instances might be invalidated by change of country grouping ?

  The SAP error message PYD_FND200 indicates that there is an issue with data source instances that may be invalidated due to a change in the country grouping. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with country-specific configurations in SAP HCM (Human Capital Management).
  Cause:
  
  
  Change in Country Grouping: The error is triggered when there is a modification in the country grouping settings in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The country grouping for a specific employee or payroll area has been changed.
  There are updates or changes in the configuration that affect how payroll data is processed for different countries.
  
  
  
  Data Source Instances: The data source instances refer to the configurations and settings that are used to pull payroll data for processing. If the country grouping changes, the existing data source instances may no longer be valid, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Country Grouping Changes: Check the recent changes made to the country grouping settings. Ensure that the changes are intentional and correctly configured.
  
  
  Validate Data Source Instances: 
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., transaction code PA30 for employee master data) and check the data source instances for the affected employees.
  Ensure that the data source instances are correctly aligned with the new country grouping settings.
  
  
  
  Recreate or Adjust Data Source Instances: If the data source instances are indeed invalidated:
  
  You may need to recreate or adjust the data source instances to align with the new country grouping.
  This may involve re-running certain payroll processes or updating employee records.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and country grouping changes. There may be specific guidelines or steps provided by SAP for handling such changes.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, perform testing to ensure that payroll processing works correctly without triggering the error.
  
  
  Seek Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance. They may provide insights based on the specific configuration of your SAP system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums where other users may have encountered similar issues and can share their solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for documentation on payroll processing and country grouping configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PYD_FND200 error and ensure that your payroll data processing is functioning correctly.