How To Fix HRPAYDESV321 - Error determining the payroll currency: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 321

• Message text: Error determining the payroll currency: &

What causes this issue?

An error occurred during the determination of the payroll currency on
&v1+4(2)&/&v1+6(2)&/&v1(4)&.
Function module RP_GET_CURRENCY sent return code &V2&. The function
module was called with parameter MOLGA = '01'.

System Response

The personnel number is rejected.

How to fix this error?

Follow the troubleshooting instructions in the documentation for
function module <DS:FU.RP_GET_CURRENCY>RP_GET_CURRENCY</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV321 - Error determining the payroll currency: & ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV321, which states "Error determining the payroll currency: &", typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to determine the appropriate payroll currency for a specific employee or payroll run.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The payroll currency may not be configured correctly in the system. This can happen if the currency is not assigned to the relevant country or if the employee's master data does not have the correct currency settings.
  
  
  Employee Master Data Issues: The employee's master data (infotypes) may not have the necessary information regarding the payroll currency. For example, the employee's infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) or infotype 0002 (Personal Data) may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Payroll Area Settings: The payroll area settings may not be correctly defined, leading to issues in determining the payroll currency.
  
  
  Customizations or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may interfere with the standard payroll processing logic, causing the error.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data to ensure that the payroll currency is correctly defined. Check infotypes 0001 and 0002 for any discrepancies.
  
  
  Review Payroll Area Configuration: Ensure that the payroll area is correctly configured to include the appropriate currency settings. This can be done in the customizing settings for payroll.
  
  
  Currency Configuration: Check the configuration for the currency in the SAP system. Ensure that the currency is defined for the relevant country and that it is linked to the payroll area.
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: If possible, run a payroll simulation for the employee to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is with specific data or a broader configuration problem.
  
  
  Check for Custom Code: If there are any custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Look for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and fixes for known issues.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes (e.g., 0001, 0002) that may affect payroll currency determination.
  Configuration Transactions: Use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings for payroll and currency.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and currency settings for additional insights.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPAYDESV321 error message.