How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV117 - No vested interests exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 117

• Message text: No vested interests exist

What causes this issue?

No guaranteed payments were found in internal table TBV_GPAY for the
Guaranteed Payments calculation method.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV117 - No vested interests exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV117: No vested interests exist typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee benefits or pension plans. This error indicates that the system cannot find any vested interests for the employee in question, which may prevent payroll calculations or benefit processing from proceeding correctly.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Data: The employee may not have any vested interests recorded in the system. This could be due to data not being entered or updated correctly.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the benefits or pension plans may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not recognizing any vested interests.
  Employee Status: The employee's status (e.g., inactive, terminated) may affect their eligibility for vested interests.
  Time Period Issues: The payroll period being processed may not align with the periods in which vested interests are applicable.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Employee Data: Verify that the employee has the necessary vested interests recorded in their master data. This can be done by checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0580 for pension plans).
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the configuration for the benefits or pension plans is set up correctly in the system. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system.
  Update Employee Status: If the employee's status is affecting their vested interests, consider updating their status if appropriate.
  Adjust Payroll Period: Ensure that the payroll period being processed is correct and that it aligns with the periods in which vested interests are applicable.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific error message for additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema) to help diagnose and resolve the issue.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll processes.