How To Fix HRPAYDEST023 - Invalid return value in feature DSTLB (output month)

HRPAYDEST023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Invalid return value in feature DSTLB (output month)

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HRPAYDEST023 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYDEST023 indicates that there is an invalid return value in the feature DSTLB (which is related to the output month for payroll). This error typically arises during the payroll processing when the system encounters an unexpected or incorrect value for the month being processed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The feature DSTLB may not be configured correctly in the system. This could be due to missing or incorrect entries in the configuration tables.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with the data being processed, such as incorrect payroll periods or invalid entries in the employee master data.
  Custom Modifications: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll processing logic, they might be causing the feature to return an invalid value.
  Version Issues: Sometimes, the error can arise due to inconsistencies between different versions of the SAP system or patches that have not been applied.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Feature Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction code PE03 to