How To Fix HRPANL_EN221 - Illness is less than the Poortwachter threshold; check or delete IT0764

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPANL_EN - Messages for NL Master Data

• Message number: 221

• Message text: Illness is less than the Poortwachter threshold; check or delete IT0764

What causes this issue?

The employee has a <ZK>Permanent Disability Benefit Act NL</> (<ZH>0764
</>) infotype record, however, the length of the illness has been
changed and it is now less than the defined permanent disability (
<ZK>poortwachter</>) threshold.
The threshold is the minumum number of days required to establish an
illness record using the <ZK>Permanent Disability Benefit Act NL</> (
<ZH>0764</>) infotype. This threshold is defined using the
<ZK>Eligibility for Permanent Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act plan
</> (<ZH>NLWPA</>) feature.

System Response

This message is a warning only and processing can continue.

How to fix this error?

You determine whether the employee still requires a <ZK>Permanent
Disability Benefit Act NL</> (<ZH>0764</>) infotype record, and maintain
infotype details as follows.
If you choose to retain the corresponding infotype record, then review
the illness data and confirm that the employee's illness details are
correct.
If you do not choose to retain the corresponding infotpe record, then
delete the corresponding infotype record.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

&SEE_ALSO&
For more information about the permanent disability threshold, see
Customizing for <DS:SIMG.OHANWP0700>Allocate PW Plan</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPANL_EN221 - Illness is less than the Poortwachter threshold; check or delete IT0764 ?

  The SAP error message HRPANL_EN221 indicates that there is an issue related to the management of employee illness records in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, specifically concerning the "Poortwachter" threshold. This threshold is a reference point in Dutch labor law that determines the duration of sick leave and the obligations of both the employer and employee during this period.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises when an employee's recorded illness (as per infotype IT0764) is shorter than the legally mandated Poortwachter threshold. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The illness duration may have been incorrectly entered or calculated.
  System Configuration: The Poortwachter threshold may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Business Rules: The business rules or policies regarding sick leave may not align with the data entered.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPANL_EN221 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check IT0764 Data: 
  
  Go to the employee's record and review the entries in infotype IT0764 (Sick Leave). Ensure that the duration of the illness is correctly entered and reflects the actual situation.
  If the illness duration is indeed less than the Poortwachter threshold, you may need to adjust the entry or delete it if it was entered in error.
  
  
  
  Verify Poortwachter Threshold Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the Poortwachter threshold in your SAP system. This may involve consulting with your SAP HCM administrator or HR department to ensure that the threshold is set correctly according to current labor laws.
  
  
  
  Consult Legal Guidelines:
  
  Ensure that your understanding of the Poortwachter law is up to date. This may involve consulting with legal or HR professionals to ensure compliance with Dutch labor laws.
  
  
  
  System Updates:
  
  If the issue persists, check if there are any updates or patches available for your SAP system that address this specific error.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that HR personnel are trained on how to correctly enter and manage sick leave records in SAP to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype IT0764: This infotype is used to manage employee sick leave records in SAP HCM.
  Poortwachter Law: This Dutch law outlines the responsibilities of employers and employees during sick leave, including the duration of sick leave and the process for reintegration into the workplace.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific notes related to HRPANL_EN221 for additional guidance or known issues.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT department for further assistance.