How To Fix HRPAYAE096 - Employee not sponsored by &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAE - Mesasge class for package PCAE

• Message number: 096

• Message text: Employee not sponsored by &1

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAE096 - Employee not sponsored by &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAE096, which states "Employee not sponsored by &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to process payroll for an employee because the employee is not associated with the specified sponsor (in this case, represented by &1).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Sponsorship Assignment: The employee may not be assigned to the correct sponsor in the system. This could happen if the employee's records were not updated correctly or if there was a change in sponsorship that was not reflected in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be typographical errors in the employee's master data or in the sponsor's information.
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not be set up correctly to recognize the sponsorship relationships.
  Employee Status: The employee may be in a status that does not allow for payroll processing, such as being inactive or terminated.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data in the SAP system to ensure that the sponsorship information is correctly assigned. This can be done using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Update Sponsorship Information: If the sponsorship is incorrect, update the employee's records to reflect the correct sponsor. This may involve changing the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  Review Configuration Settings: Consult with your SAP HCM configuration team to ensure that the system is set up correctly to handle sponsorships. This may involve checking the configuration for payroll processing and sponsorship relationships.
  Check Employee Status: Ensure that the employee is in an active status that allows for payroll processing. If the employee is inactive or terminated, you may need to address their status before processing payroll.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to this error message for additional guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and others that are used for managing employee data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to process payroll has the necessary authorizations to view and edit employee data.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct tests to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that payroll processing can proceed without issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.