How To Fix HRPAYFR_ANI105 - Contract reference initialized on &1 for personnel number

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_ANI - Class of messages for ANI

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Contract reference initialized on &1 for personnel number

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_ANI105 - Contract reference initialized on &1 for personnel number ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_ANI105 typically relates to issues in the payroll processing for personnel numbers in the HR module, specifically in the context of contract references. This error indicates that there is a problem with the initialization of a contract reference for a specific personnel number.
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Contract Reference: The contract reference for the employee may not be properly set up in the system. This could be due to missing data in the infotype records (like IT0001 - Organizational Assignment or IT0002 - Personal Data).
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's master data that prevent the payroll process from correctly initializing the contract reference.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific rules that govern contract references in your SAP system.
  Time Constraints: The error may also occur if the payroll period is not correctly defined or if the employee's contract is not valid for the payroll period being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify that the employee's master data is complete and correct. Pay special attention to infotypes related to employment and contract details.
  Review Contract Reference Setup: Ensure that the contract reference is correctly defined in the system. This may involve checking the relevant infotypes and ensuring that all necessary fields are filled out.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like PA30 to check the employee's data for inconsistencies. You can also run reports to identify any missing or incorrect data.
  Consult Payroll Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to review the payroll schema and ensure that the rules for contract references are correctly set up.
  Check Payroll Period: Ensure that the payroll period is correctly defined and that the employee's contract is valid for that period.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0001, IT0002, IT0006) that pertain to employee contracts and organizational assignments.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and edit employee records.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions that may not be immediately apparent.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed explanations of payroll processing and contract references.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage with SAP support or your internal IT team for further investigation.