How To Fix HRPAYCH_ELM40040 - WhT: No calculation variants defined. (t5c2c)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_ELM40 - Messages for Withholding Tax

• Message number: 040

• Message text: WhT: No calculation variants defined. (t5c2c)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40040 - WhT: No calculation variants defined. (t5c2c) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40040 with the description "No calculation variants defined. (t5c2c)" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find any defined calculation variants for a specific payroll area or processing scenario.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Calculation Variants: The primary cause of this error is that there are no calculation variants defined for the payroll area or the specific payroll processing you are trying to execute.
  Configuration Issues: It may also arise from incorrect or incomplete configuration in the payroll settings.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The payroll area being processed may not have any associated calculation variants.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Define Calculation Variants:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen.
  Navigate to Payroll -> Payroll Area -> Define Calculation Variants.
  Ensure that you have defined the necessary calculation variants for the payroll area in question. You may need to create a new calculation variant if none exist.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Configuration:
  
  Verify that the payroll area is correctly configured and that it is linked to the appropriate calculation variants.
  Ensure that the payroll area is active and correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Processing Settings:
  
  Check the payroll processing settings to ensure that the correct calculation variant is being called during the payroll run.
  Make sure that the variant is assigned to the relevant payroll schema.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed instructions on defining calculation variants and configuring payroll areas.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PE03 (to maintain payroll schemas) and PC00_MXX_CALC (to run payroll) to navigate through the payroll configuration and processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payroll configuration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.