How To Fix HRPAYDEPF046 - Repayment sequence 1 is obsolete

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEPF - Error messages for German infotype module pools: garnishment

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Repayment sequence 1 is obsolete

What causes this issue?

For infotype records with a start date after the validity period of
subapplication PFTR, the repayment sequence '1. Costs, Debt, Interest
(sec. 11 para. 3 VerbrKrG)' is no longer permitted.

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF046 - Repayment sequence 1 is obsolete ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF046, which states "Repayment sequence 1 is obsolete," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with repayment plans or deductions in the HR module. This error indicates that the repayment sequence being referenced is no longer valid or has been marked as obsolete in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Repayment Sequence: The repayment sequence (in this case, sequence 1) has been marked as obsolete in the system, which means it cannot be used for processing payroll or deductions.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll schema or the deduction types that reference this repayment sequence.
  Data Maintenance: The repayment sequence may have been deleted or modified in the system without proper updates to related payroll records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Repayment Sequence: Verify the status of the repayment sequence in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP HR module (usually under Payroll or Deductions).
  Update Configuration: If the repayment sequence is indeed obsolete, you may need to either:
  
  Reactivate it if it was mistakenly marked as obsolete.
  Create a new repayment sequence and update the relevant payroll records to reference the new sequence.
  
  
  Review Payroll Records: Check the employee records or payroll documents that reference the obsolete repayment sequence. Update them to use a valid sequence.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and repayment sequences for any specific instructions or guidelines.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll processes correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PE02 (Maintain Payroll Schema) to check and update employee records and payroll configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEPF046 error and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.