How To Fix HRIESP107 - Payroll Submission: Emp. Ref. mandatory (PPSN and Employment ID unknown)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 107

• Message text: Payroll Submission: Emp. Ref. mandatory (PPSN and Employment ID unknown)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP107 - Payroll Submission: Emp. Ref. mandatory (PPSN and Employment ID unknown) ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP107 indicates that during the payroll submission process, the system requires an employee reference, specifically the Personal Public Service Number (PPSN) and Employment ID, but cannot find this information. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules, particularly when dealing with employee records and submissions to external authorities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Employee Reference Information: The employee's PPSN or Employment ID is not maintained in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll submission configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing the employee's reference.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors or omissions in the employee's master data.
  Employee Status: The employee may not be in an active status or may not have been properly set up in the payroll system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in SAP (Transaction PA30).
  Ensure that the PPSN and Employment ID are correctly entered and saved.
  If the employee is new, ensure that all necessary data has been completed.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the system is set up to recognize and require the PPSN and Employment ID.
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team if necessary.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If there are any discrepancies in the employee's data, correct them and save the changes.
  Ensure that the employee's status is active and eligible for payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on employee data to identify any missing or incorrect information.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on payroll submission and required fields.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, attempt to reprocess the payroll submission to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Submission).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user processing the payroll has the necessary authorizations to view and edit employee data.
  Training: Consider training for HR personnel on maintaining employee data and understanding payroll processes in SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.