How To Fix HRPAYBE_DMFA053 - The calculation of the student contribution is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBE_DMFA - DMFA messages

• Message number: 053

• Message text: The calculation of the student contribution is not possible

What causes this issue?

The corresponding payroll results cannot be retrieved.

System Response

You do not have access to the payroll results from &v1&/&v2& to &v3&/
&v4& (due to lack of authorization or other reasons). Hence, the
calculation of the <ZK>Student Contribution </>declared in section
<ZH>90003</> is not possible.

How to fix this error?

Check why you do not have access to the payroll results for the
above-mentioned period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBE_DMFA053 - The calculation of the student contribution is not possible ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBE_DMFA053, which states "The calculation of the student contribution is not possible," typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly in the Belgian payroll module. This error indicates that the system is unable to compute the student contribution for an employee, which can be due to several reasons.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The employee's master data may be incomplete or incorrect. This includes missing information related to their student status, contract type, or other relevant payroll parameters.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific rules governing student contributions. This could involve incorrect settings in the payroll processing logic.
  
  
  Legal Changes: Changes in legislation regarding student contributions may not have been updated in the system, leading to discrepancies in calculations.
  
  
  Time Management Data: If the employee's time management data (such as attendance or absence records) is not correctly maintained, it may affect the calculation of contributions.
  
  
  Payroll Period Issues: The payroll period being processed may not be set up correctly, or there may be issues with the payroll run itself.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Review the employee's master data in the system to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly. Pay particular attention to the student status and any relevant dates.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP payroll configuration team to ensure that the payroll schema and rules for calculating student contributions are correctly set up. This may involve checking the relevant infotypes and configuration tables.
  
  
  Update Legal Changes: Ensure that the system is updated with the latest legal requirements regarding student contributions. This may involve applying patches or updates provided by SAP.
  
  
  Verify Time Management Data: Check the employee's time management records to ensure that all data is accurate and complete. Correct any discrepancies that may exist.
  
  
  Re-run Payroll: If the above checks do not resolve the issue, consider re-running the payroll for the affected period after making the necessary corrections.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently releases updates that address specific problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to payroll processing in Belgium, particularly sections that cover student contributions and related calculations.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.