How To Fix HRPAYDESV577 - Required field "Occupational Code" not filled in data module DBEN

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 577

• Message text: Required field "Occupational Code" not filled in data module DBEN

What causes this issue?

For employees who are liable to insurance contributions, you must
specify an occupational code.

System Response

The notification is created in the status <zk>With Errors</>.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the occupational code is maintained in the infotype
<zk>DEUEV (0020)</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV577 - Required field "Occupational Code" not filled in data module DBEN ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV577 indicates that the required field "Occupational Code" is not filled in the data module DBEN (which is related to the employee's occupational data). This error typically arises during payroll processing or when trying to maintain employee data in the Human Resources (HR) module.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The Occupational Code field is mandatory for the payroll process, and if it is not filled, the system will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype or the data module that requires the Occupational Code.
  Data Entry Errors: The user may have overlooked entering the Occupational Code when creating or updating employee records.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Fill in the Occupational Code:
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment or Infotype 0006 for Addresses) and ensure that the Occupational Code is filled in.
  You can do this by going to the transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and entering the employee's personnel number. Check the relevant infotype and ensure the Occupational Code is populated.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the Occupational Code is not appearing as a required field, check the configuration settings in the SAP system. This may involve reviewing the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the HR module to ensure that the Occupational Code is set as a required field.
  
  
  
  User Training:
  
  Ensure that users responsible for entering or maintaining employee data are trained on the importance of filling in all required fields, including the Occupational Code.
  
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  Implement data validation checks to ensure that all required fields are filled before saving employee records.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Infotypes: The Occupational Code is typically stored in specific infotypes related to employee data. Common infotypes include:
  
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0006 (Addresses)
  Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments and Deductions)
  
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA40: Personnel Actions
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on infotypes and required fields in the HR module.
  
  
  By addressing the missing Occupational Code and ensuring proper data entry and configuration, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDESV577 error.