How To Fix HRPAYATLZ001 - Technical contribution group &1 is not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYATLZ - Messages for Payslip Functions

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Technical contribution group &1 is not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYATLZ001 - Technical contribution group &1 is not maintained ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYATLZ001 indicates that a technical contribution group (TCG) is not maintained for a specific payroll area or organizational unit in the SAP system. This error typically arises during payroll processing when the system cannot find the necessary configuration for the specified TCG.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The technical contribution group has not been defined in the system for the relevant payroll area or organizational unit.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The payroll area being processed may not be correctly set up or linked to the appropriate TCG.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the master data or infotypes related to the employee or payroll area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to Payroll -> Payroll Area -> Define Technical Contribution Groups.
  Ensure that the TCG is defined for the relevant payroll area.
  
  
  
  Maintain Technical Contribution Group:
  
  If the TCG is not maintained, create a new entry for the required payroll area and assign the appropriate TCG.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment, infotype 0008 - Basic Pay, etc.) to ensure that the payroll area and other relevant fields are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Settings:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area is correctly configured and linked to the appropriate TCG in the system.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like SPRO (to access the IMG), PA30 (to maintain employee master data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (to run payroll) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on payroll configuration and technical contribution groups.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and data, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYATLZ001 error in your SAP system.