How To Fix HRPAYDESV302 - Derived hazard pay scale does not exist completely

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESV - Error Messages Germany Payroll, Social Insurance

• Message number: 302

• Message text: Derived hazard pay scale does not exist completely

What causes this issue?

You tried to define a hazard pay scale as a derived hazard pay scale
that does not exist over the entire validity period of the current
hazard pay scale.

How to fix this error?

Either change the validity period of the hazard pay scale that you want
to use a derived hazard pay scale or create a new hazard pay scale with
a longer validity period first.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV302 - Derived hazard pay scale does not exist completely ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV302, which states "Derived hazard pay scale does not exist completely," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with hazard pay or special allowances. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a complete definition for the hazard pay scale that is required for processing payroll for certain employees.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The hazard pay scale may not be fully configured in the system. This could mean that certain elements, such as the pay scale type, area, or group, are missing or incomplete.
  Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data may not be correctly set up to reference the hazard pay scale, leading to the system being unable to derive the necessary information.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was recently transported from a development environment to production, there may have been issues during the transport process that resulted in incomplete data.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the hazard pay scale data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration: 
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (usually in the SPRO transaction) and verify that the hazard pay scale is fully defined. Ensure that all necessary components (e.g., pay scale type, area, and group) are correctly set up.
  Ensure that the relevant infotypes (like IT 0008 for Basic Pay) are correctly configured to include hazard pay.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master records to ensure that they are correctly assigned to the hazard pay scale. This can be done through transaction PA20 or PA30.
  Ensure that the relevant infotypes are populated correctly.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the configuration was recently transported, check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate issues with the transport.
  If necessary, re-transport the configuration or manually adjust it in the production environment.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user processing the payroll has the necessary authorizations to access the hazard pay scale data. This can be checked through transaction SU53 or by reviewing the user's role assignments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to hazard pay scales for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  SAP Help Portal: Utilize the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on payroll processing and hazard pay configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.