How To Fix HRIESP127 - Payroll Submission: PRSI Exemption Reason mandatory (PRSI Exempt)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 127

• Message text: Payroll Submission: PRSI Exemption Reason mandatory (PRSI Exempt)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP127 - Payroll Submission: PRSI Exemption Reason mandatory (PRSI Exempt) ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP127 indicates that during the payroll submission process, a mandatory field related to the PRSI (Pay Related Social Insurance) exemption reason is not filled out. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in Ireland, where certain employees may be exempt from PRSI contributions under specific conditions.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  An employee is marked as PRSI exempt in the payroll system.
  The system requires a reason for the exemption to be specified, but this information is missing or not properly entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRIESP127 error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data in the SAP system (usually in the PA or HR module).
  Verify if the employee is marked as PRSI exempt.
  
  
  
  Enter PRSI Exemption Reason:
  
  If the employee is indeed PRSI exempt, ensure that the exemption reason is filled in the relevant field. This is typically found in the payroll area or tax information section of the employee's record.
  The exemption reason should correspond to the valid codes or descriptions defined in your SAP system.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll configuration for PRSI exemptions is correctly set up. This includes checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0014 for recurring payments and deductions) and ensuring that the exemption reasons are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a payroll simulation to check if the error persists. This will help confirm that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's payroll guidelines for specific details on PRSI exemptions and the required fields.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue continues after verifying the above steps, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR/Payroll for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PRSI Exemption Reasons: Familiarize yourself with the different PRSI exemption reasons that are applicable in your jurisdiction, as these may vary based on employee status (e.g., students, certain categories of employees).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this error or provide additional guidance on handling PRSI exemptions.
  Testing Environment: If possible, test changes in a development or testing environment before applying them to the production system to avoid disruptions.
  
  By ensuring that the PRSI exemption reason is correctly entered and configured, you should be able to resolve the HRIESP127 error and proceed with the payroll submission successfully.