How To Fix HRPAYDEPF491 - Net amount /PA3 is not considered as of validity of subapplication PFAV.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 491

• Message text: Net amount /PA3 is not considered as of validity of subapplication PFAV.

What causes this issue?

The non-garnishable net amount in wage type
<DS:HRDS.DSYSLO_ECDWTYP_DPA3AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA01_HVVV>/PA3</> is no longer
considered as of validity of subapplication
<DS:HRDS.DSYSLO_ECDAPPL_PFAVAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA01_1VVV>PFAV</>.
Wage type /PA3 may exist as privately saved pension contributions were
recorded using a copy of model wage type
<DS:HRDS.DSYSLO_ECDWTYP_MW91AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA01_1VVV>MW91</>.
This wage type may no longer be used as of validity of subapplication
PFAV. Instead, a copy of model wage type
<DS:HRDS.DSYSLO_ECDWTYP_MW94AAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA01_1VVV>MW94</> should be
used.

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 HRPAYDEPF491 - Net amount /PA3 is not considered as of validity of subapplication PFAV. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF491 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, specifically related to the calculation of provident fund contributions in the Indian payroll module. This error indicates that the net amount for a specific sub-application (in this case, PFAV - Provident Fund Application) is not being considered due to certain validity conditions not being met.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Configuration: The configuration for the provident fund may not be set up correctly in the system. This could include incorrect settings in the payroll schema or rules that govern how the provident fund contributions are calculated.
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the employee master records or payroll results that are required for the calculation of the provident fund.
  Validity Period: The error may arise if the net amount is outside the validity period defined for the sub-application PFAV. This could happen if the employee's data has changed (e.g., salary changes) and the new data is not yet reflected in the provident fund calculations.
  Payroll Run Issues: If the payroll run has not been executed correctly or if there are inconsistencies in the payroll results, this error may occur.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the provident fund in the SAP system. Ensure that the relevant payroll schema and rules are correctly set up to handle the PFAV sub-application.
  Validate Employee Data: Check the employee master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect the provident fund calculations. Ensure that all relevant fields are populated correctly.
  Review Validity Dates: Ensure that the validity dates for the net amount and the PFAV sub-application are aligned. If there have been changes to the employee's salary or other relevant data, ensure that these changes are reflected in the payroll results.
  Re-run Payroll: If the payroll run was not executed correctly, consider re-running the payroll for the affected period to ensure that all calculations are updated and accurate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the HR module and provident fund calculations for any specific guidance or updates that may address this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or fixes related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and others that may help in troubleshooting.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll calculations are accurate.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.