How To Fix HRPAYATLZ117 - &4: Value in field &1 is initial, but value in field &2 is not initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYATLZ - Messages for Payslip Functions

• Message number: 117

• Message text: &4: Value in field &1 is initial, but value in field &2 is not initial

What causes this issue?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYATLZ117 - &4: Value in field &1 is initial, but value in field &2 is not initial ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYATLZ117 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between two fields in the payroll data: one field is expected to have a value (not be initial), while the other field is found to be empty (initial).
  Cause:
  The error message HRPAYATLZ117 is triggered when:
  
  A specific payroll-related field (let's call it Field 1) is expected to have a value, but it is found to be empty (initial).
  Another field (Field 2) has a value, which indicates that there is a dependency or relationship between these two fields that is not being satisfied.
  
  This situation often arises due to:
  
  Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the payroll infotypes.
  Missing configuration settings in the payroll schema or rules.
  Issues with the employee master data or payroll results.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Fields: Identify which fields are referenced in the error message (Field 1 and Field 2). Review the specific payroll infotypes or configuration settings related to these fields.
  
  
  Data Entry: Ensure that the required data is entered correctly in the relevant infotypes. For example, if Field 1 is a required field for a specific payroll calculation, make sure it is populated with the correct value.
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll schema and rules to ensure that they are correctly configured. Look for any conditions or dependencies that might be causing the error.
  
  
  Employee Master Data: Verify the employee master data to ensure that all necessary information is complete and accurate. This includes checking for missing or incorrect entries in infotypes related to payroll.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary corrections, run a test payroll to see if the error persists. Monitor the results for any further issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  
  Seek Help: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to check and update the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to avoid impacting live payroll processing while troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the HRPAYATLZ117 error and implement the necessary corrections to resolve it.