How To Fix HRPAO_DY_CUST093 - Calculation method &1 does not have a returning parameter

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAO_DY_CUST - Dynamic Processing: Customizing

• Message number: 093

• Message text: Calculation method &1 does not have a returning parameter

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAO_DY_CUST093 - Calculation method &1 does not have a returning parameter ?

  The SAP error message HRPAO_DY_CUST093 indicates that there is an issue with a calculation method in the context of HR (Human Resources) or Payroll processing. Specifically, the error states that the calculation method specified does not have a returning parameter, which is necessary for the calculation to function correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Returning Parameter: The calculation method defined in the system is expected to return a value, but it has not been set up to do so. This could be due to a configuration oversight or an incomplete implementation of the calculation method.
  Incorrect Configuration: The calculation method may have been incorrectly configured in the system, leading to the absence of a returning parameter.
  Custom Development Issues: If the calculation method is part of a custom development or enhancement, there may be issues in the code that prevent it from returning a value.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Calculation Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration transaction (e.g., SPRO) and navigate to the section for Payroll or HR calculations.
  Verify the settings for the calculation method in question. Ensure that it is correctly defined and that it includes a returning parameter.
  
  
  
  Modify the Calculation Method:
  
  If you have access to the calculation method's definition, ensure that it is set up to return a value. This may involve adding or modifying the returning parameter in the method's definition.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If the calculation method is part of a custom implementation, review the code to ensure that it correctly defines and returns the necessary parameters. Debugging the code may help identify where the issue lies.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific calculation method to understand its expected behavior and requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform thorough testing to ensure that the calculation method now works as expected and that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on the calculation method in question.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Support: If the issue persists and you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.