How To Fix HRPAYAT_ADIST008 - Wage type &1 w/o CNTR2 split (tax distr. acc. to first derived wage type)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT_ADIST - Messages for Function ADIST

• Message number: 008

• Message text: Wage type &1 w/o CNTR2 split (tax distr. acc. to first derived wage type)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_ADIST008 - Wage type &1 w/o CNTR2 split (tax distr. acc. to first derived wage type) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_ADIST008 indicates an issue related to wage type processing in the payroll module, specifically concerning the absence of a CNTR2 split for a particular wage type. This error typically arises during the payroll processing when the system expects a certain configuration for wage types that are subject to tax distribution.
  Cause:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type in question (denoted as &1 in the error message) is configured to require a split based on the CNTR2 (counter 2) but does not have the necessary configuration or data to support this split.
  Tax Distribution Settings: The payroll system is trying to distribute tax based on the first derived wage type, but it cannot find the required split information for the specified wage type.
  Master Data Issues: There may be issues with the employee's master data or payroll results that prevent the correct processing of the wage type.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the wage type configuration in the SAP system (transaction code: PE01 or PE02).
  Verify that the wage type is correctly set up for CNTR2 splits. Ensure that the necessary settings for tax distribution are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema to ensure that the wage type is being processed correctly and that the necessary rules for tax distribution are included.
  
  
  
  Validate Employee Master Data:
  
  Review the employee's master data (infotypes) to ensure that all relevant information is correctly maintained. Pay particular attention to infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) and infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  Perform a payroll simulation for the affected employee to identify any discrepancies or issues in the payroll results that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to wage type processing and tax distribution for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue or if it affects multiple employees.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Groups: Understanding how wage types are grouped and processed can help in troubleshooting.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarity with the payroll processing steps and how wage types are derived and split can provide insights into resolving the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to wage type processing and tax distribution.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRPAYAT_ADIST008 error message in your SAP payroll processing.