How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV416 - Entitlement &1 does not exist in infotype 201 or 202

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 416

• Message text: Entitlement &1 does not exist in infotype 201 or 202

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV416 - Entitlement &1 does not exist in infotype 201 or 202 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV416 indicates that there is an issue with the entitlement specified in the payroll process. Specifically, it states that the entitlement (represented by &1) does not exist in the relevant infotypes (201 or 202). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with benefits or entitlements.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Entitlement Data: The entitlement specified in the payroll run is not present in the infotypes 201 (Absences) or 202 (Attendances). This could be due to:
  
  The employee does not have any records for the specified entitlement.
  The entitlement was not correctly configured or maintained in the system.
  The infotype records may have been deleted or not created for the employee.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the payroll schema or the rules that determine how entitlements are processed.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a mistake in the data entry for the employee's entitlements, leading to discrepancies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 or PA30 to check the infotype records for the employee in question.
  Verify if the entitlement exists in infotype 201 or 202. If it does not exist, you may need to create or update the records.
  
  
  
  Maintain Entitlement Data:
  
  If the entitlement is missing, you can create a new record in the relevant infotype (201 or 202) for the employee.
  Ensure that the entitlement is correctly configured and that all necessary fields are filled out.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll schema and rules to ensure that they are correctly set up to handle the entitlements.
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team if you suspect there is a configuration issue.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run a consistency check on the employee's data to ensure that there are no other discrepancies that could be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 201: This infotype is used to record absence data for employees, including various types of leave.
  Infotype 202: This infotype is used to record attendance data, which can include various types of working time.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema) for troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.