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How To Fix HRPAYDEPY137 - & PAISY contribution class can contain digits only & & &


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  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: HRPAYDEPY - PAISY Payroll Interface

  • Message number: 137

  • Message text: & PAISY contribution class can contain digits only & & &

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPY137 - & PAISY contribution class can contain digits only & & & ?

    The SAP error message HRPAYDEPY137 typically indicates an issue with the contribution class in the payroll or personnel administration module. The specific message "PAISY contribution class can contain digits only" suggests that the system is expecting a numeric value for the contribution class, but it has received a value that contains non-numeric characters.

    Cause:

    1. Incorrect Input: The contribution class field may have been populated with letters or special characters instead of digits.
    2. Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, it may not have been formatted correctly.
    3. Configuration Errors: There may be a configuration issue in the payroll settings that is causing the system to misinterpret the input.

    Solution:

    1. Check Input Values: Review the input for the contribution class field and ensure that it contains only numeric digits (0-9). Remove any letters or special characters.
    2. Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent non-numeric values from being entered in the contribution class field.
    3. Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to payroll and contribution classes to ensure they are set up correctly.
    4. Data Correction: If the error is due to incorrect data migration, you may need to correct the data in the relevant tables or through the appropriate transaction codes.
    5. Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on the contribution class and its valid values.

    Related Information:

    • Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check and correct the employee records.
    • SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
    • User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to the payroll data.
    • Testing: After making corrections, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not recur.

    If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR modules.

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