How To Fix HRPAY99PM414 - Only 'LAST' or 'FIRST' are permitted for the occurence

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99PM - Messages for HR Process Manager

• Message number: 414

• Message text: Only 'LAST' or 'FIRST' are permitted for the occurence

What causes this issue?

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Check the format. The criterion must have the following structure:
<LS>field name '/' occurrence </>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99PM414 - Only 'LAST' or 'FIRST' are permitted for the occurence ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99PM414 indicates that there is an issue with the occurrence type specified in a payroll-related process. Specifically, it states that only 'LAST' or 'FIRST' are permitted for the occurrence. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing when the system expects a specific type of occurrence but receives an invalid one.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Occurrence Type: The error is usually caused by an incorrect or unsupported occurrence type being used in the payroll configuration or during the execution of a payroll run.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the payroll schema or in the infotype records that define how payroll data is processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors in employee records or payroll data can lead to this issue.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll schema and ensure that the occurrence types are correctly defined. Make sure that only 'LAST' or 'FIRST' occurrences are being used where required.
  Review Infotype Records: Check the relevant infotype records (e.g., IT0008 for Basic Pay, IT0014 for Recurring Payments/Deductions) to ensure that the occurrence types are correctly set.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to manual data entry, correct the entries in the relevant infotypes or payroll data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the occurrence types and their valid usage in payroll processing.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and correct employee data and payroll configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP HR team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAY99PM414 error in your SAP system.