How To Fix 5ORA031 - Pers. no. &1: No corresponding special payment found for period &2.&3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5ORA - Messages for Country Version for Austria

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Pers. no. &1: No corresponding special payment found for period &2.&3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5ORA031 - Pers. no. &1: No corresponding special payment found for period &2.&3 ?

  The SAP error message 5ORA031 indicates that there is no corresponding special payment found for a specific personnel number and period. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with special payments such as bonuses, overtime, or other one-time payments.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Special Payment Entry: The most common cause is that there is no entry for the specified personnel number (employee) for the given period in the special payment table.
  Incorrect Period: The period specified in the error message may not match any existing special payment records.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the personnel number or the period being referenced.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the payroll system that prevent the special payment from being recognized.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to view or process the special payment.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Special Payment Records: Verify that there is indeed a special payment entry for the specified personnel number and period. You can do this by checking the relevant payroll tables (e.g., T512Z for special payments).
  Correct the Period: Ensure that the period specified in the error message is correct and corresponds to a period where a special payment should exist.
  Review Data Entry: Double-check the personnel number and period for any typographical errors.
  Update Payroll Configuration: If there are configuration issues, consult with your SAP HR or payroll administrator to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle special payments.
  Check User Authorizations: Ensure that the user processing the payroll has the necessary authorizations to access and process special payments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to check and process payroll data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional context or solutions.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and special payments for further insights into how these payments are managed within the system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll.