How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV296 - Indicators for execution method and taxation type not allowed

HRPAYDEBAV296 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 296

• Message text: Indicators for execution method and taxation type not allowed

What causes this issue?

The "New Contract - German Pension Tax Law" indicator is only allowed
for one of the "Pension Fund" execution methods and for taxation type
"Tax-Exempt".

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 HRPAYDEBAV296 - Indicators for execution method and taxation type not allowed ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV296, which states "Indicators for execution method and taxation type not allowed," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the configuration of payroll parameters.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The error often arises due to incorrect configuration settings in the payroll schema or in the payroll driver. Specifically, it may relate to the execution method (e.g., whether the payroll is being processed in real-time or batch mode) and the taxation type (e.g., whether the payroll is subject to certain tax rules).
  
  
  Incompatible Settings: The execution method and taxation type may not be compatible with each other based on the defined rules in the payroll schema. For example, certain taxation types may only be applicable in specific execution methods.
  
  
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data, such as incorrect tax information or payroll area