How To Fix HRPAY99CALC016 - Payment method is blank in infotype 9 for personnel number &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99CALC - Error Messages from International Payroll

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Payment method is blank in infotype 9 for personnel number &1

What causes this issue?

System Response

The details are displayed.

How to fix this error?

If the payment method has been left blank unintentionally, maintain
<DS:TRAN.PA30>infotype 0009</> for personnel number &v1&.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99CALC016 - Payment method is blank in infotype 9 for personnel number &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99CALC016 indicates that the payment method is not specified in Infotype 9 (Basic Pay) for the specified personnel number. This infotype is crucial for payroll processing, as it contains essential information about an employee's payment details.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Payment Method: The payment method field in Infotype 9 is blank or not filled out for the employee.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the payment method.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the payroll system or the infotype settings that prevent the payment method from being populated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype 9:
  
  Go to the transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the personnel number and select Infotype 9 (Basic Pay).
  Verify if the payment method field is blank. If it is, enter the appropriate payment method (e.g., bank transfer, check, etc.).
  
  
  
  Update Payment Method:
  
  If the payment method is missing, you can add it by selecting the appropriate option from the dropdown list or entering the correct payment method code.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the payment method, save the changes to the infotype.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll:
  
  After updating the payment method, you can re-run the payroll process to check if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue continues to occur for multiple employees, review the configuration settings for payroll and infotype 9 to ensure that the payment method is being populated correctly during data entry or payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 9 (Basic Pay): This infotype contains information about an employee's salary, payment method, and other related data.
  Payment Methods: Common payment methods include direct deposit, checks, and other forms of payment. Ensure that the payment method codes used are valid and configured in the system.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll processing) for troubleshooting and data maintenance.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or technical support for further assistance.