How To Fix HRBEN00PAYROLL005 - Incorrect parameter for determining evalution period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00PAYROLL - Error messages for Benefits - Payroll

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Incorrect parameter for determining evalution period

What causes this issue?

The parameter <ZH>DATES</> for payroll functions P0167, P0168, P0169,
P0170, P0236, P0377, and P0379 can have several possible values. These
values specify the possible evaluation dates for benefit plans:
BEG,,Payroll period begin date
END,,Payroll period end date
CHK,,Payroll period pay date
PER,,Proration within the payroll period (not for
,,P0169, P0170, P0379, and P0377 (contributions))
FRST,,Full deduction for first record
LAST,,Full deduction for last record (not for P0170 and P0379)
BEGT,,(not for P0169, P0379, and P0377 (contributions))
One of the payroll functions mentioned above has a different value for
the DATES parameter or a value for this parameter that is invalid for
the specific function in question.

System Response

Payroll processing terminated for the current employee because no
evaluation date can be determined.

How to fix this error?

Make sure that only allowed values are used for the DATES parameter
(see the above list).

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00PAYROLL005 - Incorrect parameter for determining evalution period ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00PAYROLL005 typically indicates that there is an issue with the parameters set for determining the evaluation period in the payroll process, particularly in the context of benefits administration. This error can arise during the execution of payroll processing when the system cannot correctly determine the evaluation period for benefits.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The evaluation period parameters may not be correctly configured in the system. This could include incorrect start or end dates, or the evaluation period may not align with the payroll period.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the employee's master data or in the benefits configuration that is required to determine the evaluation period.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, they may not be handling the evaluation period correctly.
  Incorrect Infotypes: The relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0014 for recurring payments and deductions) may not be set up correctly or may contain invalid entries.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the evaluation period in the benefits administration module. Ensure that the start and end dates are correctly defined and that they align with the payroll periods.
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's master data for any missing or incorrect entries related to benefits. Ensure that all relevant infotypes are populated correctly.
  Debug Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements, debug the code to ensure that it correctly handles the evaluation period parameters.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Test in a Sandbox: If possible, replicate the issue in a sandbox environment to test changes without affecting production data.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review employee records and infotypes.
  Payroll Logs: Review payroll logs for additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRBEN00PAYROLL005 error in your SAP system.