How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV171 - The required constant(s) could not be determined

HRPAYDEBAV171 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 171

• Message text: The required constant(s) could not be determined

What causes this issue?

Appropriate values should be determined for one or more selected
constants for the period &V1& to &V2&. This requirement could not be
met for one or more of the constants.

System Response

Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

Pension scheme constants must be defined in table T5DC1. The amount
constants are also entered as values in table T511K or T511P.
Check the constants in table T5DC1.

Procedure for System Administrators

Function module: &V3&

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPAYDEBAV171 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV171, which states "The required constant(s) could not be determined," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary constants (such as tax rates, social security contributions, or other payroll-related constants) that are required for the payroll calculation.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The constants required for payroll calculations may not be configured in the system. This could be due to missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the payroll schema.
  Incorrect Infotypes: The employee's infotypes (such as IT0008 for basic pay, IT0014 for recurring payments, etc.) may not be correctly maintained, leading to the inability to derive the necessary constants.
  Country-Specific Settings: If the payroll is country-specific, the constants for that particular country may not be set up correctly.
  Changes in Legislation: Recent changes in tax laws or social security regulations may not