How To Fix HRPAYAT_3238017 - There are no payslip-relevant actions in the payment month


SAP Error Message - Details

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: HRPAYAT_3238 - 'Payment After Leaving A' Infotype

  • Message number: 017

  • Message text: There are no payslip-relevant actions in the payment month

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  • What causes this issue?

    Incomplete Payslip-Relevant Actions
    Two actions defining separate payslip periods must be entered in the
    system to allow these payments made after an employee leaves the company
    to be included on Payslip Tax (L16).

    System Response

    The system issues a warning stating that a Payslip Tax will not be
    created for these payments.

    How to fix this error?

    Check the payment period. If this is selected correctly, you can save
    the record.
    Then enter the missing actions in accordance with SAP Note 1842269
    (Missing L16 for Comparison Payments).

    Procedure for System Administrators

    These actions may first need to be created in Customizing and
    transported.

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_3238017 - There are no payslip-relevant actions in the payment month ?

    The SAP error message HRPAYAT_3238017, which states "There are no payslip-relevant actions in the payment month," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there are no actions or events that would generate a payslip for the specified payment month.

    Causes:

    1. No Payroll Actions: There may not be any payroll actions (e.g., salary changes, bonuses, deductions) recorded for the employee in the specified payment month.
    2. Incorrect Payroll Period: The payroll period being processed may not align with the employee's active payroll status or the defined payroll calendar.
    3. Employee Status: The employee may be inactive, on leave, or not eligible for payroll processing during that month.
    4. Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or rules that prevent the generation of payslips.
    5. Data Entry Errors: Missing or incorrect data entries in the employee's master data or payroll data could lead to this error.

    Solutions:

    1. Check Payroll Actions: Review the payroll actions for the employee in the specified month. Ensure that there are relevant actions that would trigger a payslip.
    2. Verify Payroll Period: Confirm that the payroll period being processed is correct and that the employee is active during that period.
    3. Employee Status Check: Ensure that the employee is active and eligible for payroll processing. If the employee is on leave or inactive, consider the implications for payroll.
    4. Review Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly for the relevant actions and that the payroll schema is functioning as intended.
    5. Data Validation: Validate the employee's master data and payroll data for completeness and accuracy. Correct any discrepancies found.
    6. Run Payroll Simulation: If applicable, run a payroll simulation to identify any issues before processing the actual payroll.

    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.
    • Documentation: Refer to SAP HCM documentation for detailed information on payroll processing and payslip generation.
    • Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.

    By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.

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