How To Fix HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST319 - Termination; severance pay amount does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST - Message Class for Tax Calculation in ABAP-OO

• Message number: 319

• Message text: Termination; severance pay amount does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST319 - Termination; severance pay amount does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST319 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee terminations and severance pay calculations. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid severance pay amount for an employee who is being terminated.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The severance pay configuration may not be set up correctly in the system. This could include missing wage types or incorrect settings in the payroll schema.
  Employee Data Issues: The employee's master data may not have the necessary information for calculating severance pay, such as the correct employment status or wage type assignments.
  Payroll Results: There may be no payroll results available for the employee, which means that the system cannot calculate the severance pay.
  Incorrect Termination Date: The termination date may be set incorrectly, leading to issues in calculating the severance pay.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for severance pay in the payroll schema. Ensure that the relevant wage types for severance pay are defined and correctly assigned.
  Review Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data to ensure that all necessary information is present. Check the infotypes related to employment status, wage types, and any other relevant data.
  Run Payroll Simulation: If applicable, run a payroll simulation for the employee to see if the severance pay amount can be calculated. This can help identify any missing data or configuration issues.
  Check Payroll Results: Ensure that there are valid payroll results for the employee. If there are no results, you may need to run the payroll for the relevant period.
  Correct Termination Date: Ensure that the termination date is set correctly and that it falls within the payroll period being processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring severance pay.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and severance pay calculations for your specific country version (e.g., SAP HR for Austria).
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that severance pay calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.