How To Fix HRPAY99OC079 - Only payroll type 'A' is allowed for LTI payments

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99OC - International payroll accounting, off-cycle

• Message number: 079

• Message text: Only payroll type 'A' is allowed for LTI payments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99OC079 - Only payroll type 'A' is allowed for LTI payments ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99OC079 indicates that there is an issue with the payroll type being used for Long-Term Incentive (LTI) payments. Specifically, the error states that only payroll type 'A' (which typically stands for "Annual" payroll) is allowed for processing LTI payments.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when an attempt is made to process LTI payments using a payroll type other than 'A'. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Payroll Type Configuration: The payroll type assigned to the employee or the payment is not set to 'A'.
  Data Entry Error: During the payroll processing, the payroll type may have been incorrectly entered or selected.
  Customizations or Enhancements: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll processing logic, they may inadvertently allow or require a different payroll type for LTI payments.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Payroll Type:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (PA30) and check the payroll type assigned to the employee.
  Ensure that it is set to 'A' for those employees who are supposed to receive LTI payments.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for payroll types. Ensure that the settings for LTI payments are correctly configured to only allow payroll type 'A'.
  This can typically be found in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Payroll > Payroll: General Settings > Define Payroll Types.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry during payroll processing, correct the payroll type in the relevant payroll run or infotype.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to LTI payments in your organization to ensure compliance with the required payroll type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if there are customizations involved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Long-Term Incentives (LTI): These are compensation programs designed to reward employees for their long-term contributions to the company, often in the form of stock options or performance shares.
  Payroll Types: In SAP, payroll types define how payroll is processed for employees. Different types may have different rules and configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling LTI payments.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAY99OC079 error and ensure that LTI payments are processed correctly in your SAP system.