How To Fix 5E171 - Zero contribution days is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 171

• Message text: Zero contribution days is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E171 - Zero contribution days is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message 5E171: "Zero contribution days is not allowed" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee contributions to social security or other benefits. This error indicates that the system has encountered a situation where it is trying to process a payroll entry that has zero contribution days, which is not permissible according to the configuration or business rules set in the system.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Time Data: The employee may have time data that does not reflect any contribution days, possibly due to incorrect time recording or absence entries.
  Configuration Issues: The payroll configuration may not allow for zero contribution days, which could be due to specific settings in the payroll schema or rules.
  Employee Status: The employee's status may indicate that they are not eligible for contributions (e.g., inactive, on leave without pay).
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entries in the payroll or time management modules may have been incorrectly inputted, leading to zero contribution days.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Time Data: Review the employee's time data to ensure that it accurately reflects the days worked and any absences. Correct any discrepancies.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly to handle contribution days. This may involve reviewing the payroll schema and rules.
  Employee Status Verification: Verify the employee's status in the system. If the employee is on leave or inactive, ensure that the payroll processing reflects this appropriately.
  Adjust Data Entries: If there are manual entries that are causing the issue, correct them to ensure that the contribution days are accurately reflected.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PT60 (Time Evaluation) to review and correct employee data.
  Testing: After making corrections, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that contributions are calculated correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP payroll processing for further assistance.