How To Fix HRPAYAT_0526009 - Field &1 (&2) must not be initial due to ELDA

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT_0526 - Messages in Area for Master Data (Austria) IT 0526

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Field &1 (&2) must not be initial due to ELDA

What causes this issue?

The infotype field &V1& (&V2&) is initial. However, the corresponding
field in the ELDA notification is defined as mandatory.

System Response

The system does not allow you to save the infotype record.

How to fix this error?

Enter the data for &V2& on the entry screen.

Procedure for System Administrators

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 HRPAYAT_0526009 - Field &1 (&2) must not be initial due to ELDA ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_0526009 indicates that a specific field (denoted as &1) must not be initial (i.e., it cannot be empty) due to the requirements of the ELDA (Elektronische Lohnsteuerabzugsmerkmale) process. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR, particularly when dealing with employee tax data.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the system detects that a required field related to employee payroll or tax information is empty. This can happen for several reasons, including:
  
  Missing or incomplete employee master data.
  Incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or infotypes.
  Data not being maintained for the employee in the relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0002 for personal data, infotype 0014 for recurring payments/deductions, etc.).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the relevant infotypes for the employee (e.g., PA30) and ensure that all required fields are filled in. Pay particular attention to fields related to tax information, such as tax class, religion, and any other fields that may be relevant for ELDA.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll schema is correctly configured and that all necessary fields are included in the payroll processing logic.
  
  
  
  Maintain Required Fields:
  
  If the error message specifies a particular field (e.g., tax class), make sure that this field is populated with valid data. You may need to consult with your HR or payroll administrator to ensure that the data is correct.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction codes like PA03 (to check the payroll schema) or other relevant reports to identify any inconsistencies in the employee data.
  
  
  
  Test Payroll Run:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ELDA: This is a German electronic tax deduction system that requires specific employee data to be reported to tax authorities. It is crucial for compliance with tax regulations.
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee data. Common infotypes related to payroll include:
  
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data)
  Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions)
  Infotype 0015 (Additional Payments)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or fixes related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.