How To Fix HRPAYFI_KATRE255 - Company Car: Infotype 0442 not found for wage type: &1, V0ZNR: &2!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFI_KATRE - KATRE (Income Register)

• Message number: 255

• Message text: Company Car: Infotype 0442 not found for wage type: &1, V0ZNR: &2!

What causes this issue?

Infotype 0442 corresponding to V0ZNR split in RT table was not found.
Reason could be that infotype was changed retroactively (delimit was
introduced or removed).

System Response

Income code 304 requires mandatory details about company car benefit
which are available only in infotype 0442. KATRE reporting process will
therefore try to use any other valid infotype 0442 and collect benefit
amounts under the income code 304.

How to fix this error?

User should evaluate if income type 304 can be reported to IR as
prepared in XML file (content could be enhanced via Manual Adjustment
tool when necessary)
However, once payroll and master data are properly fixed in future
payroll periods, this information will be reported to IR via Replacement
of the retro period.

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE255 - Company Car: Infotype 0442 not found for wage type: &1, V0ZNR: &2! ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE255 indicates that there is an issue related to the processing of company car data in the payroll system, specifically concerning Infotype 0442 (Company Car) and a wage type that is not found. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The error suggests that the system is trying to access Infotype 0442 for a specific wage type, but the required data is not available in the system for the employee in question.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the payroll schema or in the wage type settings that prevents the system from correctly processing the company car information.
  Wage Type Not Defined: The wage type referenced in the error message (&1) may not be defined in the system or may not be correctly linked to Infotype 0442.
  Employee Master Data Issues: The employee's master data may not have the necessary entries for Infotype 0442, leading to this error during payroll processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype 0442: Verify that Infotype 0442 is correctly maintained for the employee in question. Ensure that the necessary entries for the company car are present.
  Review Wage Type Configuration: Check the configuration of the wage type mentioned in the error message. Ensure that it is correctly defined and linked to the appropriate infotypes.
  Payroll Schema Review: Review the payroll schema to ensure that it is correctly set up to process Infotype 0442 and the associated wage types.
  Employee Master Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is complete and accurate. If the employee should have a company car, make sure that Infotype 0442 is populated correctly.
  Testing: After making any changes, run a test payroll for the employee to see if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0442: This infotype is used to manage data related to company cars, including details about the vehicle, its value, and any associated costs.
  Wage Types: Wage types in SAP are used to categorize different types of payments and deductions in payroll. Each wage type can be linked to specific infotypes for processing.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system with fixes and improvements.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on configuring Infotype 0442 and wage types.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.