How To Fix HRPADQA196 - 'Variance Contributed by' option is required

HRPADQA196 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADQA - Message Class PB QA

• Message number: 196

• Message text: 'Variance Contributed by' option is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADQA196 - 'Variance Contributed by' option is required ?

  The SAP error message HRPADQA196, which states that the "Variance Contributed by" option is required, typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or compensation management within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that a required field related to variance contributions has not been filled out or is missing in the payroll or compensation configuration.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The "Variance Contributed by" field is likely not configured correctly in the payroll or compensation settings.
  Incomplete Data Entry: During the payroll run or compensation adjustment, the user may not have provided the necessary information in the required fields.
  Validation Rules: There may be validation rules in place that require this field to be filled out before proceeding with the payroll processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP HR (usually found in the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Ensure that the "Variance Contributed by" option is properly configured and that all necessary fields are