How To Fix HRPAYDESVBEA133 - DBKU: Leave compensation not specified although vacation exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESVBEA - BEA Error Notifications

• Message number: 133

• Message text: DBKU: Leave compensation not specified although vacation exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA133 - DBKU: Leave compensation not specified although vacation exists ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESVBEA133 indicates that there is an issue with leave compensation in the payroll processing for an employee. Specifically, it states that leave compensation has not been specified even though the employee has vacation entitlement available. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing when the system expects a leave compensation entry but does not find one.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The leave compensation settings may not be properly configured in the system.
  Incorrect Master Data: The employee's master data may not have the necessary information regarding leave compensation.
  Payroll Schema Issues: There may be issues in the payroll schema or rules that are not correctly processing the leave compensation.
  Absence Quotas: The absence quotas for vacation may not be correctly defined or may not be linked to the payroll process.
  Time Management Integration: If the time management module is not properly integrated with payroll, it may lead to discrepancies in leave compensation.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for leave compensation in the SAP system. Ensure that the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 2006 for absence quotas) are correctly set up.
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data to ensure that all necessary information regarding leave compensation is filled out correctly.
  Validate Payroll Schema: Examine the payroll schema and rules to ensure that they are correctly set up to handle leave compensation. Look for any missing or incorrect rules that may affect the processing.
  Check Absence Quotas: Verify that the absence quotas for vacation are correctly defined and that the employee has the necessary entitlements.
  Integration Check: Ensure that the time management module is properly integrated with payroll. Check for any discrepancies in the time evaluation results that may affect leave compensation.
  Run Time Evaluation: If applicable, run the time evaluation process to ensure that all time-related data is up to date and correctly processed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as Infotype 2001 (Absences), Infotype 2006 (Absence Quotas), and Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) to ensure that all necessary data is correctly maintained.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message or similar issues. SAP Notes often provide patches or additional guidance for resolving specific errors.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help resources related to payroll processing and leave management for further insights into configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll.