How To Fix HRPADCN189 - Fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are payroll irrelevant !

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCN - Message class China Master Data

• Message number: 189

• Message text: Fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are payroll irrelevant !

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCN189 - Fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are payroll irrelevant ! ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCN189, which states "Fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are payroll irrelevant," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is an attempt to process or display payroll-related data that includes fields that are not relevant to payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' may not be configured correctly in the payroll schema or in the infotype being processed. This can happen if the fields are not intended to be used in payroll calculations.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect or unexpected data entries in the infotypes that are being processed, leading to the system not recognizing the fields as relevant.
  Infotype Usage: The infotype being processed may not be designed to include payroll-relevant fields, and thus the system is flagging the attempt to use them as an error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype Configuration: Review the configuration of the infotype being processed to ensure that the fields 'Amount' and 'Currency' are set up correctly. You may need to consult with your SAP HR configuration team to verify this.
  Review Payroll Schema: Check the payroll schema to ensure that it is correctly configured to handle the relevant fields. If the fields are not supposed to be included in payroll calculations, ensure that they are excluded from the schema.
  Data Validation: Validate the data entries in the relevant infotypes to ensure that they are correct and do not contain any unexpected values that could trigger this error.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific infotype or payroll process you are working with to understand the intended use of the fields and any limitations.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform testing in a development or quality assurance environment to ensure that the error is resolved before moving to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to troubleshoot and analyze the data.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared by other users.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support for further assistance.