How To Fix U1005 - Inconsistent control record for payroll area &

U1005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U1 - Tax reporter interface

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Inconsistent control record for payroll area &

What causes this issue?

Payroll area & is not defined, but a control record exists for
such payroll area.

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?

Delete the control record for this payroll area.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U1005 - Inconsistent control record for payroll area & ?

  The SAP error message U1005, which states "Inconsistent control record for payroll area &," typically occurs during payroll processing when there is an inconsistency in the control records for the specified payroll area. This can happen for various reasons, such as incorrect configuration, missing data, or issues with the payroll area settings.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll area may not be properly configured in the system.
  Missing Control Records: Control records for the payroll area may be missing or not properly maintained.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data or payroll data related to the payroll area.
  Changes in Payroll Area: If there have been recent changes to the payroll area settings, it may lead to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Time Evaluation: If time evaluation has not been run correctly, it can lead to issues in payroll processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Control Records: Verify the control records for the payroll area in transaction code PA03 (Maintain Payroll