How To Fix HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST412 - Child with '2' must not be older than child with 'V' or 'E'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 412

• Message text: Child with '2' must not be older than child with 'V' or 'E'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST412 - Child with '2' must not be older than child with 'V' or 'E'. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST412 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the age of children recorded in the system, specifically that a child with a certain identifier (in this case, '2') is older than another child identified by 'V' or 'E'. This can happen in scenarios where benefits or deductions are calculated based on dependent children, and the system has specific rules regarding their ages.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is incorrect data entry where the birth dates of the children have been entered incorrectly.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's master data, particularly in the infotype that stores dependent information (e.g., Infotype 0021 - Family/Dependents).
  Configuration Issues: There might be configuration settings in the payroll schema that enforce specific rules regarding dependents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dependent Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30) and check the details of the dependents.
  Verify the birth dates of the children associated with the employee. Ensure that the child with identifier '2' is not older than the children with identifiers 'V' or 'E'.
  
  
  
  Correct Data:
  
  If you find any discrepancies in the birth dates, correct them in the system.
  Ensure that all dependent information is accurately reflected in the employee's records.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making corrections, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or configuration settings related to payroll processing and dependent management to ensure compliance with business rules.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking and correcting the data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0021 (Family/Dependents): This infotype is crucial for managing dependent information in SAP HR. Ensure that all entries are correct and up to date.
  Payroll Schema: Review the payroll schema to understand any specific rules that may be enforced regarding dependents and their ages.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or patches that may address this specific error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_ST412 error and ensure that payroll processing can continue without issues.