How To Fix HRPAYCN016 - With inflow amount from last period only

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCN - Message Class China Payroll

• Message number: 016

• Message text: With inflow amount from last period only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCN016 - With inflow amount from last period only ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCN016, which states "With inflow amount from last period only," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that there is an issue with the inflow amounts being processed for payroll, specifically that the system is trying to process an inflow amount that is only available from the previous payroll period.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The inflow amount for the current period may not have been properly recorded or is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or rules that are not correctly set up to handle inflow amounts.
  Timing Issues: The payroll run may be executed before all necessary data for the current period has been entered or processed.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data between the current and previous payroll periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Entry: Ensure that all relevant data for the current payroll period has been entered correctly. This includes checking for any missing or incorrect entries in the infotypes related to payroll.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Verify the payroll schema and rules to ensure they are correctly configured to handle inflow amounts. This may involve checking the processing logic in the payroll schema.
  Run Pre-Payroll Checks: Execute any pre-payroll checks or reports to identify any discrepancies or missing data before running the payroll.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to HR payroll processing for any specific guidance on handling inflow amounts.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP HR team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Check relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0008 for Basic Pay, IT0014 for Recurring Payments/Deductions) to ensure that all necessary data is present.
  Payroll Logs: Review payroll logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to HRPAYCN016 for any patches or updates that may address this specific error.
  Testing: If changes are made, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the HRPAYCN016 error and implement a solution to resolve it.