How To Fix HRPAYCH_QST21059 - Effective working days ('/3B1-BETRG'): &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_QST21 - Messages for Withholding Tax

• Message number: 059

• Message text: Effective working days ('/3B1-BETRG'): &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_QST21059 - Effective working days ('/3B1-BETRG'): &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_QST21059 typically relates to issues with the calculation of effective working days in the payroll process. This error can occur in the context of payroll processing when the system is unable to determine the correct number of effective working days for an employee based on the provided data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for the work schedule or the employee's absence records may not be set up correctly.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incorrect data in the employee's master data, such as work schedule rules or absence types.
  Date Range Issues: The date range for which the payroll is being processed may not align with the employee's work schedule.
  Custom Logic: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll calculation, they may not be handling the effective working days correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Work Schedule: Verify the employee's work schedule configuration in the system. Ensure that the work schedule is correctly assigned and that the rules are set up properly.
  Review Absence Records: Check for any absence records that may affect the calculation of effective working days. Ensure that they are correctly entered and do not conflict with the work schedule.
  Validate Date Ranges: Ensure that the payroll period being processed is valid and corresponds to the employee's work schedule.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee's data for inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this specific error message for any additional guidance or patches that may be available.
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll calculation to identify where the error is occurring in the logic.
  
  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 fixes related to this error message. You can search for HRPAYCH_QST21059 in the SAP Support Portal.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYCH_QST21059 error message in SAP.