How To Fix HRPAY00DME003 - Payment method for payee key &1 not entered

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY00DME - Messages for the data medium exchange preliminary program

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Payment method for payee key &1 not entered

What causes this issue?

No payment method is entered in table T521B for recipient key &v1&.

System Response

The bank transfers of the current payment run can not be executed.
A further processing of the payment run is only possible if all bank
transfers are without errors.

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

How to fix this error?

Enter the desired payment method in table T521B for recipient key &v1&.
Repeat the payment run.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY00DME003 - Payment method for payee key &1 not entered ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY00DME003 indicates that there is an issue with the payment method for a specific payee in the payroll process. This error typically arises when the system cannot find a valid payment method for the specified payee key (e.g., employee or vendor) during the payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payment Method: The most common cause is that the payment method has not been defined for the payee in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0009 - Bank Details).
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the payment methods in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typo or incorrect entry in the payee's master data.
  Inactive Payment Method: The payment method might be inactive or not applicable for the specific payee.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype 0009: 
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30).
  Check Infotype 0009 (Bank Details) to ensure that a valid payment method is entered for the payee.
  If it is missing, enter the appropriate payment method.
  
  
  
  Review Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payment method is correctly configured in the system (transaction code OBPM1 for payment methods).
  Check if the payment method is active and applicable for the relevant payroll area.
  
  
  
  Validate Master Data:
  
  Ensure that all necessary master data for the payee is complete and accurate.
  Look for any inconsistencies or missing information that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, run a payroll simulation to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0009 (Bank Details): This infotype is crucial for defining how employees are paid, including the payment method.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), OBPM1 (Payment Methods), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAY00DME003 error and ensure that the payment method for the payee is correctly set up in the system.