How To Fix HRPAYDEATZ202 - Payroll constant &1 does not exist on &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEATZ - PY-DE: Semiretirement Germany

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Payroll constant &1 does not exist on &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEATZ202 - Payroll constant &1 does not exist on &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEATZ202 indicates that a payroll constant specified in the payroll processing does not exist in the system. This error typically arises during the payroll run when the system attempts to access a constant that has not been defined or is not available in the specified payroll area or period.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payroll Constant: The payroll constant referenced in the error message is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll constant may not be correctly configured for the specific payroll area or period.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, some constants may not have been transferred correctly.
  Custom Development: If there are custom payroll calculations or constants, they may not have been properly implemented or activated.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Constants:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE03 (Maintain Payroll Constants) and check if the constant specified in the error message exists.
  If it does not exist, you may need to create it or ensure it is correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll constant is correctly configured for the relevant payroll area and period.
  Check the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll for Germany > Define Payroll Constants.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any documentation related to the payroll constants to ensure that they are set up according to the requirements of your organization.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom developments related to payroll processing, review the code to ensure that it is correctly referencing the payroll constants.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test payroll run to verify that the issue has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PE03: Maintain Payroll Constants
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Calculation
  
  
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and specific documentation related to payroll processing in your country version (e.g., Germany).
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.