How To Fix HRPAYDEEH438 - Either paid working hours or weekly working time must be filled

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEEH - Notification class for surveys, DE

• Message number: 438

• Message text: Either paid working hours or weekly working time must be filled

What causes this issue?

The system was not able to calculate either <LS>ArbeitsstundenBezahlt</>
(Paid Working Hours) or <LS>Wochenarbeitszeit</> (Weekly Working Time).

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?

Check if one of the following is missing:
<LS>Weekly Hours</> in infotype <LS>Planned Working Time</> (0007).
The <LS>Working Hours for Payroll Period</> in table <LS>Work
Center/Basic Pay</> (WPBP) in the payroll result for April.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEEH438 - Either paid working hours or weekly working time must be filled ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEEH438, which states "Either paid working hours or weekly working time must be filled," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system requires either the paid working hours or the weekly working time to be specified for an employee, but neither has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The employee's time data may not have been entered correctly or completely. This could be due to missing time entries or incorrect configuration in the time management module.
  Incorrect Payroll Configuration: The payroll configuration may not be set up to handle the specific requirements for the employee's pay structure.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry process, such as incorrect or incomplete information being inputted into the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Data: Verify that the employee's time data is correctly entered in the system. Ensure that either the paid working hours or the weekly working time is filled in the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0007 - Planned Working Time).
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly for the employee's pay structure. This may involve reviewing the payroll schema and rules.
  Correct Data Entry: If there are any data entry errors, correct them. Make sure that all required fields are filled out properly before running the payroll process.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the infotypes and fields that need to be filled out for payroll processing.
  Testing: After making corrections, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as Infotype 0007 (Planned Working Time) and Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) to understand how working hours and pay are structured.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to enter and modify time data in the system.
  Training: If this error is common, consider providing training for users on how to correctly enter time data and understand the payroll process.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and ensuring that the necessary data is correctly entered, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEEH438 error and proceed with payroll processing.