How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV291 - Contribution for wage type & cannot be formed completely

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 291

• Message text: Contribution for wage type & cannot be formed completely

What causes this issue?

A contribution to the company pension scheme was formed but cannot be
paid fully, because the quotas under sec. 3 no. 63 EStG and/or sec. 40
EStG are exhausted.

System Response

Processing is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Check the entry for wage type &V1& in table T5D2S. Maintain the third
derived wage type for an individually taxed portion of the contribution.
This contribution portion is formed when the quotas under sec. 3 no. 63
EStG and/or sec 40b EStG are exhausted.
Note that the tax-exempt portion of the contribution (or portion subject
to lump-sum taxation) can only be formed if the first and second wage
derived wage types are maintained in table T5D2S.
Also note that the taxation type of the entitlement (Customizing view
V_5DCM_1F) may cause no tax-exempt or lump-sum taxed portion of the
contribution to be formed.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV291 - Contribution for wage type & cannot be formed completely ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV291 indicates that the system is unable to completely form the contribution for a specific wage type. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly in the area of social security contributions or other deductions that are calculated based on wage types.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The wage type may not be properly configured in the system. This could include missing settings for the contribution calculation or incorrect assignment of wage types to the relevant payroll areas.
  Incorrect Wage Type Characteristics: The characteristics of the wage type (e.g., whether it is a deduction or contribution) may not be set correctly.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the employee master records or payroll results that prevent the calculation from being completed.
  Legal Changes: Changes in legal regulations regarding contributions may not have been updated in the system, leading to discrepancies in calculations.
  Payroll Schema Issues: The payroll schema may not be correctly set up to handle the specific wage type or contribution calculation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage type in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings for contributions are correctly defined in the relevant customizing transactions (e.g., V_T512W for wage type characteristics).
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee master data for any missing or incorrect information that could affect the calculation. This includes checking infotypes related to payroll, such as IT0008 (Basic Pay) and IT0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  Update Payroll Schema: If necessary, update the payroll schema to ensure that it includes the correct logic for calculating contributions for the wage type in question.
  Consult Legal Changes: Verify if there have been any recent legal changes that affect the contribution calculations and ensure that the system is updated accordingly.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Perform a payroll simulation to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error. This can help pinpoint the exact problem.
  Check Logs: Review the payroll logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PE51: Payroll Schema
  V_T512W: Wage Type Characteristics
  PA20/PA30: Display/Change Employee Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or the specific wage type in question. SAP Notes often provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to payroll processing and wage type configuration for additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.