How To Fix HRPAYBE_DMFA041 - More than one entry has been found for additional contribution &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBE_DMFA - DMFA messages

• Message number: 041

• Message text: More than one entry has been found for additional contribution &1.

What causes this issue?

More than one entry has been found for additional contribution &V1&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the customizing for contribution type &V1& in tables T5BDA, T5BV3,
or T5B0J.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBE_DMFA041 - More than one entry has been found for additional contribution &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBE_DMFA041, which states "More than one entry has been found for additional contribution &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly in Belgium. This error indicates that the system has found multiple entries for a specific additional contribution, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following issues:
  
  Duplicate Entries: There are multiple records in the database for the same additional contribution type, which leads to ambiguity in processing.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for additional contributions may not be set up correctly, leading to multiple entries being created unintentionally.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors may have resulted in duplicate records being created for the same employee or payroll period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates:
  
  Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE16N to access the relevant database tables (e.g., T5B0A for additional contributions) and check for duplicate entries for the specific additional contribution type indicated by &1 in the error message.
  Identify and remove or correct any duplicate entries.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for additional contributions. Ensure that the settings are correct and that there are no conflicting entries.
  If necessary, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the additional contributions are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Correction:
  
  If duplicates are found, you may need to correct the data. This could involve deleting the duplicate entries or merging them if appropriate.
  Ensure that any changes made do not affect other payroll calculations or employee records.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making corrections, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the payroll calculations are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing in Belgium for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Seek Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking for duplicates and reviewing configurations, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16, SE16N (for table access), PA30 (for employee master data), PC00_MXX_CEDT (for payroll processing).
  Tables to Check: T5B0A (for additional contributions), T5B0B (for contribution types).
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.