How To Fix HRPAYCH_QST21056 - Working days in CH defined; EE does not work abroad

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_QST21 - Messages for Withholding Tax

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Working days in CH defined; EE does not work abroad

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_QST21056 - Working days in CH defined; EE does not work abroad ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_QST21056 indicates that there is an issue related to the working days defined for an employee (EE) in Switzerland (CH) when the employee is not working abroad. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or time management within the SAP HR module, particularly for employees who are expected to have a certain number of working days defined in their master data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Master Data: The employee's master data may not be correctly set up, particularly regarding their working days or work schedule.
  Country-Specific Configuration: The configuration for working days in Switzerland may not align with the employee's assignment or status.
  Absence of Work Abroad: The system may be expecting the employee to have a work assignment abroad, but the employee is defined as working only in Switzerland.
  Time Management Settings: There may be inconsistencies in the time management settings that do not reflect the employee's actual working conditions.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Review the employee's master data in the SAP system. Ensure that the working days and work schedule are correctly defined.
  
  Transaction Code: PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data)
  
  
  
  Review Work Schedule: Verify that the work schedule assigned to the employee is appropriate and reflects the actual working days.
  
  Transaction Code: PA03 (Maintain Work Schedule)
  
  
  
  Country-Specific Settings: Ensure that the country-specific settings for Switzerland are correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide).
  
  Transaction Code: SPRO (Customizing)
  
  
  
  Check Time Management Configuration: If the employee is supposed to have a specific time management configuration, ensure that it is correctly set up and that there are no discrepancies.
  
  Transaction Code: PT01 (Maintain Time Types)
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional guidance or updates.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, especially if this is a recurring issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches/updates.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that payroll processing runs smoothly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error HRPAYCH_QST21056 and implement the necessary corrections.