How To Fix HRPADNO_RMB002 - Variable basis from &1 for absence starting &2 cannot be calculated.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_RMB - Messages for Norwegian HR - reimbursement

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Variable basis from &1 for absence starting &2 cannot be calculated.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_RMB002 - Variable basis from &1 for absence starting &2 cannot be calculated. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_RMB002 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with absence management in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to calculate the variable basis for an absence due to missing or incorrect data.
  Cause:
  The error message "Variable basis from &1 for absence starting &2 cannot be calculated" suggests that there is an issue with the data related to the absence. The placeholders (&1 and &2) usually represent specific values, such as the employee's ID and the start date of the absence. Common causes for this error include:
  
  Missing Master Data: The employee's master data (e.g., infotypes related to payroll, absence types, or time management) may be incomplete or missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for absence types or payroll processing may not be set up correctly.
  Time Evaluation Issues: If time evaluation has not been run or has errors, it can lead to issues in calculating the variable basis.
  Absence Quotas: The employee may not have sufficient absence quotas available for the type of absence being processed.
  Payroll Period Issues: The payroll period may not be correctly defined or may not include the absence period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPADNO_RMB002 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Verify that the employee's master data is complete, especially infotypes related to payroll (e.g., IT0008 - Basic Pay, IT0014 - Recurring Payments/Deductions, IT2001 - Absences).
  Ensure that the absence type is correctly configured and that the employee is eligible for it.
  
  
  
  Review Absence Quotas:
  
  Check the employee's absence quotas to ensure they have enough balance for the absence being processed.
  
  
  
  Run Time Evaluation:
  
  Ensure that time evaluation has been executed successfully for the relevant period. You can run the time evaluation report (e.g., RPTIME00) to check for any errors.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration settings for payroll and absence types in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Analyze Payroll Logs:
  
  Check the payroll log for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as IT0001 (Organizational Assignment), IT0002 (Personal Data), IT0008 (Basic Pay), and IT2001 (Absences).
  Absence Types: Understand the configuration of absence types in the system, including how they are linked to payroll processing.
  Time Management: Review the time management processes in SAP, including how absences are recorded and evaluated.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying issue causing the HRPADNO_RMB002 error in SAP.