How To Fix HRPAY00DME043 - Contact PY-XX-DME: payment method &1 and payee key &2 filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 043

• Message text: Contact PY-XX-DME: payment method &1 and payee key &2 filled

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY00DME043 - Contact PY-XX-DME: payment method &1 and payee key &2 filled ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY00DME043 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, specifically when dealing with payment methods and payee keys in the Direct Payment Method (DME) configuration. This error indicates that there is an issue with the payment method and payee key combination being used in the payroll run.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Payment Method: The payment method specified in the payroll run may not be valid or properly configured in the system.
  Missing Payee Key: The payee key associated with the payment method may not be defined or is incorrect.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the DME settings in the SAP system, such as missing entries in the relevant tables.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the employee master data or payroll data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payment Method Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payment methods in the SAP system (Transaction code: OBPM1 or OBPM2).
  Ensure that the payment method specified in the payroll run is correctly configured and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Payee Key:
  
  Check the payee key associated with the payment method. Ensure that it is correctly defined and corresponds to the intended payee.
  You can check the payee key settings in the DME configuration (Transaction code: FBZP).
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data for the employee(s) involved in the payroll run. Ensure that the payment method and payee key are correctly assigned in the employee's payroll data.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC00_MXX_DME (DME Processing).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and DME configuration for more detailed guidance.
  User Forums: Check SAP community forums or user groups for discussions related to this error, as other users may have encountered and resolved similar issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAY00DME043 error in your SAP system.