How To Fix HRPADUN022 - S/M should not contribute according to contract length (& month(s))

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADUN - NPO messages

• Message number: 022

• Message text: S/M should not contribute according to contract length (& month(s))

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADUN022 - S/M should not contribute according to contract length (& month(s)) ?

  The SAP error message HRPADUN022 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the contribution of a specific social insurance or payroll component and the contract length of the employee. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when calculating contributions for social insurance or other deductions based on the employee's contract duration.
  Cause:
  
  Contract Length Mismatch: The employee's contract length does not align with the expected contribution period for a specific social insurance or payroll component.
  Configuration Issues: There may be incorrect configuration settings in the payroll schema or in the infotype records that define how contributions are calculated based on contract length.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the employee's master data or infotypes (e.g., infotype 0000 for actions, infotype 0001 for organizational assignment, or infotype 0008 for basic pay) can lead to this error.
  Legal Regulations: Changes in legal regulations regarding contributions may not have been updated in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Review the employee's master data, particularly the infotypes related to their contract (e.g., infotype 0000, 0001, 0008). Ensure that the contract length and other relevant details are correctly entered.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings in the system. Ensure that the rules for calculating contributions based on contract length are correctly defined in the payroll schema.
  Adjust Contribution Settings: If the contribution settings are incorrect, they may need to be adjusted to align with the contract length. This may involve modifying the relevant payroll rules or infotypes.
  Consult Legal Guidelines: Ensure that the system is updated with the latest legal guidelines regarding contributions. If there have been recent changes, they may need to be reflected in the system configuration.
  Testing: After making any changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that contributions are calculated correctly.
  
  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 for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on payroll processing and configuration, especially regarding social insurance contributions.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPADUN022 error and implement a solution to resolve it.