How To Fix HRPAYDEBW708 - Evaluation class & does not belong in Statements area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 708

• Message text: Evaluation class & does not belong in Statements area

What causes this issue?

YOu have chosen an evaluation class that belongs in another area.
Choose an evaluation class from 06 to 10.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBW708 - Evaluation class & does not belong in Statements area ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBW708, which states "Evaluation class & does not belong in Statements area," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is an issue with the configuration of evaluation classes in the payroll schema.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Evaluation Class Assignment: The evaluation class specified in the payroll schema does not match the expected classes for the statements area. Each evaluation class is associated with specific types of wage types, and if the class is not correctly assigned, this error can occur.
  Schema Configuration Issues: The payroll schema may not be correctly configured to handle the evaluation class in question, leading to inconsistencies during payroll processing.
  Wage Type Configuration: The wage types used in the payroll process may not be properly assigned to the correct evaluation classes.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Evaluation Class Assignment:
  
  Go to the configuration of wage types in the SAP system (Transaction code: SM30 or SM31).
  Verify that the evaluation class assigned to the wage type is appropriate for the statements area being processed.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Access the payroll schema (Transaction code: PE01).
  Check the relevant sections of the schema to ensure that the evaluation classes are correctly defined and that they correspond to the wage types being processed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Wage Type Configuration:
  
  If necessary, modify the wage type configuration to ensure that the evaluation class is correctly set up for the intended use in payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the payroll process completes successfully.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed information on evaluation classes and their proper configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Evaluation Classes: These are used in SAP HR to categorize wage types for reporting and processing purposes. Each evaluation class has specific rules regarding how it can be used in payroll calculations.
  Wage Types: These are the various types of payments or deductions that can be processed in payroll, and they are linked to evaluation classes for reporting and processing.
  Payroll Schema: This is the set of rules and calculations that govern how payroll is processed in SAP. It includes various operations, including how wage types are evaluated and processed.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.