How To Fix HRPAYFR_DSN074 - CRE Recipient is required

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_DSN - Message class for DSN

• Message number: 074

• Message text: CRE Recipient is required

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN074 - CRE Recipient is required ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN074 with the description "CRE Recipient is required" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly when dealing with the French payroll system. This error indicates that a required field for the CRE (Centre de Récupération d'Emploi) recipient is missing or not filled out correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The error usually arises when the system expects a recipient (CRE) to be specified for a payroll run, but the necessary data is not provided.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll schema or in the infotypes that are not set up correctly.
  Incomplete Master Data: Employee master data may be incomplete, particularly in infotypes related to payroll or employment details.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (using transaction code PA30).
  Ensure that all relevant infotypes (especially those related to payroll and employment) are filled out correctly, particularly infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and infotype 0008 (Basic Pay).
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the CRE recipient is correctly defined in the payroll schema.
  Ensure that the necessary parameters for the CRE are set up in the payroll processing configuration.
  
  
  
  Update Payroll Data:
  
  If the payroll run has already been executed, you may need to correct the data and re-run the payroll for the affected employees.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll processing for France to ensure compliance with local regulations and requirements.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to payroll and employee data in SAP HR.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling payroll-related issues in the French context.
  Testing: After making changes, always test the payroll run in a development or quality environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYFR_DSN074 error and ensure that the necessary recipient information is correctly processed in the payroll system.