How To Fix HRBPS00POINT010 - Cutoff day is needed when month is not blank on &1 basis

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBPS00POINT - Benefit point structure for error table

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Cutoff day is needed when month is not blank on &1 basis

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBPS00POINT010 - Cutoff day is needed when month is not blank on &1 basis ?

  The SAP error message HRBPS00POINT010 indicates that a cutoff day is required when the month is not blank for a specific basis (in this case, represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time management in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects a cutoff day to be specified for a particular month, but it is missing. This can happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Missing Configuration: The cutoff day for the payroll period or time evaluation is not configured in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have entered a month without specifying the corresponding cutoff day.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the data entered for payroll processing, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant infotypes.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payroll or time management in SAP.
  Ensure that the cutoff days are properly defined for the relevant payroll periods or time evaluation settings.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Verify the entries made in the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0008 for Basic Pay, Infotype 0014 for Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  Ensure that if a month is specified, the corresponding cutoff day is also provided.
  
  
  
  Update Payroll Control Record:
  
  Check the payroll control record (transaction code: PC00_MXX_CALC).
  Ensure that the payroll period is correctly defined and that all necessary parameters, including cutoff days, are set.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help files related to payroll processing to understand the specific requirements for cutoff days.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll or time evaluation to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and SM37 (Job Monitoring) to check for any background jobs that may have failed.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes in the payroll or time management settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP HR.