How To Fix HRPAYDEBW201 - Briefly describe the contract violation

HRPAYDEBW201 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBW - PY-DE: Statements Germany

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Briefly describe the contract violation

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBW201 - Briefly describe the contract violation ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBW201 typically relates to a contract violation in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error often occurs when there is a discrepancy between the employee's contract details and the payroll data being processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Contractual Data Mismatch: The employee's contract details (such as salary, working hours, or other contractual obligations) do not align with the payroll data being processed.
  Incorrect Infotypes: Missing or incorrect information in relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0000 for actions, infotype 0001 for organizational assignment, infotype 0008 for basic pay).
  Changes in Employment Status: Changes in the employee's status (e.g., leave of absence, termination) that have not been properly reflected in the payroll system.
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or rules that govern how payroll is calculated.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAYDEBW201 error, consider the following steps:
  
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's infotypes for