How To Fix HRPAYFR_DSN085 - Unable to calculate field

HRPAYFR_DSN085 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_DSN - Message class for DSN

• Message number: 085

• Message text: Unable to calculate field

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN085 - Unable to calculate field ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN085 "Unable to calculate field" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly for the French payroll (as indicated by the prefix "HRPAYFR"). This error usually indicates that there is an issue with the calculation of a specific field in the payroll process, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: The employee's master data (such as infotypes) may be incomplete or incorrect. This can include missing information like salary, tax information, or other relevant data.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the payroll configuration settings, such as incorrect wage types, absence types, or other payroll-related settings.
  
  
  Custom Code or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements in the payroll calculation, they may not be functioning correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that are being processed, such as overlapping