How To Fix 5R144 - No part month rounding for pro-rate based on working day or calendar day.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 144

• Message text: No part month rounding for pro-rate based on working day or calendar day.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R144 - No part month rounding for pro-rate based on working day or calendar day. ?

  The SAP error message 5R144 indicates that there is an issue with pro-rating calculations in the context of payroll or time management, specifically when dealing with part-month calculations based on working days or calendar days. This error typically arises when the system encounters a situation where it cannot perform the necessary rounding for a part month due to the configuration or data provided.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The pro-rate calculation settings in the payroll configuration may not be set up correctly. This can include settings related to how part months are handled, especially in relation to working days versus calendar days.
  Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee's time records or payroll data that prevent the system from calculating the pro-rated amounts correctly.
  Incorrect Time Types: The time types used for the calculation may not be configured to allow for part-month rounding.
  Absences or Leave: If an employee has taken leave or has absences that are not properly accounted for, it can lead to issues in calculating the pro-rated amounts.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings related to pro-rating. Ensure that the settings for part-month calculations are correctly defined for both working days and calendar days.
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's time records and payroll data for any inconsistencies or missing entries. Ensure that all relevant time types and absence records are correctly entered.
  Adjust Time Types: If necessary, adjust the configuration of the time types used in the payroll calculation to ensure they support part-month rounding.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll calculation for the affected employee(s) to see if the error persists. This can help confirm whether the changes made have resolved the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and pro-rating to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and adjust employee data and payroll settings.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By addressing the configuration and data issues, you should be able to resolve the error message 5R144 and ensure proper pro-rating calculations in your SAP system.