How To Fix HRPAYCH_FMZR001 - Value of obligatory field &1 cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_FMZR - Notification to the Family-Related Bonus Register

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Value of obligatory field &1 cannot be determined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_FMZR001 - Value of obligatory field &1 cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_FMZR001 indicates that a required field (denoted as &1) cannot be determined during the processing of payroll or related HR functions. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, where certain mandatory fields must be populated for the system to execute the payroll calculations correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Master Data: The most common cause is that the necessary master data for the employee (such as infotypes related to personal data, payroll data, or organizational assignments) is incomplete or missing.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or in the related infotypes that prevent the system from determining the value of the obligatory field.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The employee may be assigned to a payroll area that is not configured correctly, leading to missing data.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to missing or incorrect values in the required fields.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Master Data: Review the employee's master data in the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0001, IT0002, IT0008, etc.) to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings in the system to ensure that all necessary fields are defined and that the payroll schema is set up correctly.
  Validate Payroll Area: Ensure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area and that the payroll area is configured properly in the system.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to run consistency checks and identify any missing data.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll process to identify where the system is failing to determine the value of the obligatory field.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide specific guidance or fixes for known problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  If the issue continues after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR and Payroll.