How To Fix HRPAY99AVERA013 - When a field is cumulated, you must enter the type of cumulation

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99AVERA - Messages from view maintenance for averages

• Message number: 013

• Message text: When a field is cumulated, you must enter the type of cumulation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99AVERA013 - When a field is cumulated, you must enter the type of cumulation ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99AVERA013 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that when a field is cumulated, the system requires you to specify the type of cumulation. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Cumulation Type: The error arises when a payroll processing step attempts to cumulate a value (like wages, deductions, etc.) but does not have a specified cumulation type. This is often due to configuration issues or missing data in the payroll schema or infotype records.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll schema or the specific wage type may not be configured correctly to handle cumulation.
  Data Entry Issues: There may be missing or incorrect entries in the employee's payroll data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Schema:
  
  Review the payroll schema to ensure that the cumulation types are correctly defined for the relevant wage types. You can do this by navigating to the relevant schema in the SAP system (Transaction code: PE01).
  Ensure that the cumulation types are properly assigned to the wage types that are being processed.
  
  
  
  Review Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the wage type configuration (Transaction code: OWT1) and check if the cumulation type is defined for the wage types involved in the payroll run.
  Ensure that the cumulation type is set correctly for the wage types that are cumulated.
  
  
  
  Check Infotypes:
  
  Verify the employee's infotype records (e.g., IT0008 for basic pay) to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly and that there are no missing entries that could lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  Before running the actual payroll, perform a payroll simulation to identify any potential issues. This can help you catch errors before they affect the actual payroll run.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on cumulation types and their configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cumulation Types: In SAP HR, cumulation types are used to define how certain wage types are aggregated over a period (e.g., monthly, yearly). Understanding how these types work is crucial for accurate payroll processing.
  Wage Type Characteristics: Each wage type has specific characteristics that determine how it behaves in payroll processing, including whether it is cumulated and how it is reported.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to troubleshoot without affecting live data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAY99AVERA013 error and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.