How To Fix HRPAYDESVBEA097 - &1: 'Reason for Uncertainty about Benefits Payment' indicator invalid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESVBEA - BEA Error Notifications

• Message number: 097

• Message text: &1: 'Reason for Uncertainty about Benefits Payment' indicator invalid

What causes this issue?

Only the following values are permitted for the
<DS:DE.P01_SV_EL_AVENLZG>Reason for Uncertainty about Benefits Payment
</> indicator (AVENLZG) :
00,, No filled (initial state)
01,,Payment entitlement in dispute
02,,Payment entitlement unclear
03,,Payroll not yet completed
04,,Miscellaneous
If there is uncertainty about a benefits payment, the field has to be
filled. There is an uncertainty if the value <LS>U</> has been entered
in at least one of the following fields:
<LS>AVENLZ</> (Benefits payment after the work/employment relationship
ends)
<LS>BVEGEN</> (Remuneration after the employment relationship ends)
<LS>AVENUAG</> (Leave compensation after the work relationship ends)
<LS>AVENVL</> (Early retirement benefits after the work relationship
ends)

System Response

The notification is created with the status <ZK><LS>With Errors</></>.

How to fix this error?

Check the contents of the fields mentioned above.

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 HRPAYDESVBEA097 - &1: 'Reason for Uncertainty about Benefits Payment' indicator invalid ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA097 indicates that there is an issue with the "Reason for Uncertainty about Benefits Payment" indicator in the payroll processing for HR (Human Resources) modules. This error typically arises when the system encounters an invalid or unrecognized value for this indicator during payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Indicator Value: The most common cause is that the value assigned to the "Reason for Uncertainty about Benefits Payment" indicator is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll settings or in the infotype that manages benefits payments.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the employee master data or payroll infotypes can lead to this error.
  Missing Customization: If the system has been customized, there may be missing entries or incorrect settings in the customization tables related to benefits.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Indicator Value: Verify the value assigned to the "Reason for Uncertainty about Benefits Payment" indicator in the relevant infotype (usually infotype 0015 or 0016). Ensure that it matches the valid values defined in the system.
  Review Configuration: Go to the configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction SPRO) and check the settings for benefits payments. Ensure that all necessary configurations are in place and that the indicator values are correctly defined.
  Correct Data Entry: Review the employee master data and payroll infotypes for any incorrect entries. Make necessary corrections to ensure that the data is accurate.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on valid values for the indicator and how to configure them.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll process completes successfully.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: The error may be related to specific infotypes such as 0015 (Overtime) or 0016 (Bonus Payments) where benefits are defined.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records and PA03 (Maintain HR Infotypes) to review infotype configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on resolving it.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP HR team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the HRPAYDESVBEA097 error message.