How To Fix HRPAYDEE2020 - Incorrect return value in feature &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEE2 - Message Class ELStAM Procedure

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Incorrect return value in feature &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEE2020 - Incorrect return value in feature &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEE2020, which states "Incorrect return value in feature &1," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that a feature (a piece of configuration logic) is returning an unexpected or incorrect value, which can disrupt payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The feature referenced in the error message may be incorrectly configured. This could be due to missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables or settings.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the master data or infotypes related to the employee, such as missing or incorrect information that the feature relies on.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, they might be causing the feature to return an unexpected value.
  Version Issues: Sometimes, discrepancies between different versions of SAP or patches can lead to unexpected behavior in features.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Feature Configuration: 
  
  Go to the feature in question (the name will be indicated in the error message) and review its configuration. Ensure that all necessary parameters and values are correctly set.
  Use transaction code PE03 to access and review the feature.
  
  
  
  Review Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (infotypes) to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly. Pay particular attention to infotypes related to payroll, such as infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), infotype 0002 (Personal Data), and infotype 0008 (Basic Pay).
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If you have access to debugging tools, you can set breakpoints in the payroll processing logic to see where the feature is being called and what values are being returned.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific feature to understand its expected behavior and any known issues.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide guidance on the feature in question.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details and any relevant context.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PE03 (Feature Maintenance)
  PA20 (Display HR Master Data)
  PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data)
  
  
  
  Common Features in Payroll: 
  
  Features like "P000" (for personnel actions), "P001" (for payroll), and others may be involved in payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making changes, always test the payroll run in a development or quality environment before applying changes to production.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPAYDEE2020 error message.