How To Fix HRPAYDEST237 - Personnel number is not relevant

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 237

• Message text: Personnel number is not relevant

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST237 - Personnel number is not relevant ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST237, which states "Personnel number is not relevant," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when trying to access employee-related data in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the personnel number you are trying to use does not have the necessary data or configuration to be processed in the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Personnel Number Not Active: The personnel number may not be active in the system. This can happen if the employee has been terminated or if the personnel number was never fully created.
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number entered may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the employee's data, such as missing infotypes or incorrect status settings.
  Payroll Area Issues: The employee may not belong to the payroll area that is currently being processed.
  Time Management Issues: If the employee does not have any time management data or if the time management data is not relevant for payroll processing, this error may occur.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Personnel Number: Double-check the personnel number for accuracy. Ensure that it exists in the system and is correctly entered.
  Check Employee Status: Look into the employee's status in the system. If the employee has been terminated, you may need to process the termination correctly or use a different personnel number.
  Review Infotypes: Ensure that all necessary infotypes (e.g., personal data, organizational assignment, payroll data) are correctly filled out and active for the personnel number in question.
  Check Payroll Area: Confirm that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area and that the payroll area is being processed.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR or payroll team to ensure that the employee's data is correctly configured and that there are no underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee's data.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as 0000 (Actions), 0001 (Organizational Assignment), 0002 (Personal Data), and 0003 (Payroll Status).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's support portal may have additional documentation or updates that could be relevant.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.