How To Fix 3G198 - Payroll result &1: payment method missing for payment &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 198

• Message text: Payroll result &1: payment method missing for payment &2

What causes this issue?

The payment method is missing for entry &v2& of table BT <LS>(Payment
Information)</> in payroll result &v1&.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE HRDME_ERROR_REJECT_PERNR OBJECT DOKU ID TX
<ZH>Note</>
In some country versions, such as the German country version, the
employee is not rejected by the preliminary program DME. Instead, the
preliminary program DME merely skips the entry in table BT <LS>(Payment
Information)</> that it cannot process because the payment method is
missing.

How to fix this error?

This error can occur in two situations:
The payment information, which was stored by the system in the
incorrect entry of table BT <LS>(Payment Information)</> when the
payroll ran, is stored in the affected employee's <ZH>master data</>.
If this is the case, you must correct the payment information in the
master data and then repeat the payroll run for the employees
concerned.
The payment information, which was stored by the system in the
incorrect entry of table BT (Payment Information) when the payroll ran,
is stored as <ZH>payee keys in Customizing</>. If this is the case, you
must correct the payment information in Customizing.
The following applies to both situations:
INCLUDE HRDME_ERROR_REPEAT_DTA_PAYRL OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G198 - Payroll result &1: payment method missing for payment &2 ?

  The SAP error message 3G198 indicates that there is a missing payment method for a specific payment in the payroll results. This error typically occurs during the payroll processing or when trying to execute payment runs. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Method: The primary cause of this error is that the payment method has not been defined for the employee or the payroll result. This could happen if the employee's master data is incomplete or if the payment method was not set up correctly in the payroll configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payment method may not be configured properly in the system, or it may not be assigned to the relevant payroll area or employee group.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the payroll results or master data that prevent the system from determining the correct payment method.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30) and verify that the payment method is correctly assigned in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0009 - Bank Details).
  Ensure that the payment method is valid and active.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll configuration settings (transaction code SPRO) to ensure that the payment methods are correctly defined for the relevant payroll area.
  Ensure that the payment method is assigned to the correct employee group/subgroup.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  Perform a payroll simulation to identify any discrepancies in the payroll results. This can help pinpoint where the issue lies.
  
  
  
  Check Payment Program Settings:
  
  If you are running a payment program (transaction code F110), ensure that the payment method is included in the payment program settings and that it is correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and payment methods for any specific configurations or requirements that may apply to your organization.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if there are any underlying system issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0009 (Bank Details): This infotype is crucial for defining how employees are paid, including the payment method.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: Customizing Implementation Guide
  F110: Automatic Payment Transactions
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the missing payment method in the payroll results.