How To Fix HRPAYDEAVMG238 - No proportion may be entered.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEAVMG - German Pension Reform

• Message number: 238

• Message text: No proportion may be entered.

What causes this issue?

In group box <LS>Details ER Allowance</>, you have selected "Fixed
Percentage Rate Level Model" (PSTF) or "Saved SI Contribution (Exact
Fictitious Calculation)" as the type of calculation. In this case, you
may not enter any value in field <LS>Share</>.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG238 - No proportion may be entered. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEAVMG238 "No proportion may be entered" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with wage types or payment proportions in the HR module. This error indicates that the system does not allow the entry of a proportion for a specific wage type or payment type, which may be due to configuration settings or the nature of the wage type itself.
  Causes:
  
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage type may be configured in such a way that it does not allow for proportional entries. This can happen if the wage type is defined as a fixed amount rather than a variable one.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered a proportion where it is not applicable or allowed.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not be set up to handle proportions for certain wage types.
  Legal Regulations: Certain legal or organizational policies may restrict the use of proportions for specific payments.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up to allow proportions if that is necessary for your payroll processing.
  
  Transaction Code: PE01 (Wage Type Configuration)
  
  
  Review Input Data: Ensure that the data being entered is correct and that proportions are only being entered where they are allowed.
  Consult Payroll Schema: Check the payroll schema to see if it is designed to handle proportions for the wage types in question. You may need to adjust the schema if necessary.
  
  Transaction Code: PE01 (for schema) or PE02 (for rules)
  
  
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the configuration or the rules governing wage types, consult with your HR or payroll team for guidance.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this issue. Sometimes, there are known issues or patches that can resolve specific error messages.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and wage type configuration for more detailed guidance.
  Training: Consider training sessions for users involved in payroll processing to minimize data entry errors.
  Testing: If changes are made to configurations or schemas, ensure thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support for further assistance.