How To Fix HRIESP423 - Warning; 'Nil Return' Payroll Submission ignored (SEQNR &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 423

• Message text: Warning; 'Nil Return' Payroll Submission ignored (SEQNR &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP423 - Warning; 'Nil Return' Payroll Submission ignored (SEQNR &1) ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP423, which states "Warning; 'Nil Return' Payroll Submission ignored (SEQNR &1)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This warning indicates that a payroll submission was identified as a "Nil Return," meaning that there were no payroll results to report for the specified period or employee.
  Cause:
  
  
  No Payroll Results: The primary cause of this warning is that there are no payroll results for the specified employee or group of employees for the payroll period in question. This can happen if:
  
  Employees did not work during the payroll period.
  Employees were on leave without pay.
  There were no changes in employment status or pay.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: Sometimes, the payroll configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not generating payroll results.
  
  
  Submission Process: The submission process may have been initiated incorrectly, or the system may have been instructed to submit payroll data when there is none to report.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the employees in question. Ensure that the payroll was processed correctly and that there are indeed no results to report.
  
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the employment status of the employees. If they were on leave or inactive, this may explain the nil return.
  
  
  Configuration Review: If the issue persists, review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly for the specific payroll area and employee group.
  
  
  Ignore Warning: If the nil return is expected (for example, for employees who did not work), you may choose to ignore this warning, as it is not an error but a notification.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support for specific guidelines on handling nil returns in payroll submissions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific warning or provide additional context or solutions.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and analyze payroll data.
  Payroll Reports: Utilize payroll reports to analyze employee payroll data and ensure that all necessary information is captured before submission.
  
  If the issue continues to be problematic, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.