How To Fix HRPAYDEEH440 - The earning regulation number is missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 440

• Message text: The earning regulation number is missing

What causes this issue?

The system found no <LS>NumVerdienstregelung</> (Earning Regulation
Number) for this person. <LS>NumVerdienstregelung</> is a mandatory
field for all persons.

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 the system can find an earning regulation for this person in
feature <LS>DGLTR</> in table <LS>V_T5D3S_EHVS</>.
If you do not use any earning regulations for some employees in a
reporting company, then enter the number "9" eleven times (99999999999)
in table <LS>V_T5D3S_EHVS</> for this person subgroup.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEEH440 - The earning regulation number is missing ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEEH440, which states "The earning regulation number is missing," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system is expecting an earning regulation number for a specific payroll processing task, but it is not provided or is missing.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The earning regulation number may not be configured in the system for the specific payroll area or employee group.
  Data Entry Error: The earning regulation number may not have been entered correctly in the employee master data or payroll infotypes.
  Custom Development: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may not be handling the earning regulation number correctly.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The payroll area assigned to the employee may not have the necessary earning regulation number defined.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (Infotype 0001 or 0008) and verify if the earning regulation number is filled in correctly.
  Ensure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for the payroll area. Ensure that the earning regulation number is defined for the relevant payroll area.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the payroll configuration and verify the settings.
  
  
  
  Maintain Earning Regulation Numbers:
  
  If the earning regulation number is missing, you may need to create or maintain it in the system. This can typically be done in the customizing settings under payroll.
  
  
  
  Check for Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles the earning regulation number.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific instructions or updates regarding earning regulation numbers.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: Access Customizing
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Calculation
  
  
  Infotypes: 
  
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP HR and Payroll.