How To Fix HRCCE00PAY039 - Pers.assig.&1: cash payment with empty payment method is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRCCE00PAY - Payroll for Concurrent Employment

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Pers.assig.&1: cash payment with empty payment method is not permitted

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRCCE00PAY039 - Pers.assig.&1: cash payment with empty payment method is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message HRCCE00PAY039 indicates that there is an issue with a cash payment in the payroll process where the payment method is not specified. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing when an employee's payment details are not correctly configured.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing Payment Method: The employee's payment method for cash payments is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration for the employee may not have the necessary details filled out, leading to an empty payment method.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, resulting in the payment method field being left blank.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30).
  Verify the payment method assigned to the employee. Ensure that it is correctly set up in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0009 - Bank Details or Infotype 0014 - Recurring Payments and Deductions).
  
  
  
  Update Payment Method:
  
  If the payment method is missing, update it with the appropriate value (e.g., cash, bank transfer).
  Ensure that the payment method is valid and corresponds to the payment type you are processing.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the payment methods are correctly defined for the payroll area and the relevant employee group.
  Make sure that the payment method is allowed for cash payments in the configuration.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a payroll simulation to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as IT0009 (Bank Details) and IT0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions) as they are crucial for payment processing.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) for managing employee data and running payroll.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to payroll processing and payment methods that may provide additional insights or fixes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the payroll process can proceed without issues.