How To Fix HRPAYFR_N4DS117 - Contract rejected (&1), a "&2" declaration with status "&3" exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_N4DS - Declarations in N4DS format

• Message number: 117

• Message text: Contract rejected (&1), a "&2" declaration with status "&3" exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS117 - Contract rejected (&1), a "&2" declaration with status "&3" exists ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS117 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the French payroll module. This error indicates that a contract has been rejected because there is an existing declaration with a specific status that conflicts with the current processing.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  There is an existing declaration (e.g., a DADS-U or DADS-2 declaration) for the employee that has not been processed or has a status that prevents the new contract from being accepted.
  The status of the existing declaration could be "Pending," "Rejected," or any other status that indicates it is not in a state that allows for new declarations or contracts to be processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Declarations:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction in SAP (e.g., PA20 or PA30) to view the employee's records.
  Look for any existing declarations related to the employee that may be causing the conflict.
  
  
  
  Review Declaration Status:
  
  Identify the status of the existing declaration. If it is "Pending" or "Rejected," you will need to address this before proceeding.
  If the declaration is pending, you may need to wait for it to be processed or follow up with the relevant department.
  
  
  
  Correct or Cancel Existing Declarations:
  
  If the existing declaration is incorrect or needs to be canceled, take the necessary steps to correct or cancel it in the system.
  Ensure that all required information is accurate and complete.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Contract:
  
  Once the conflicting declaration has been resolved, attempt to process the contract again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation or Support:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and others that may be used to manage employee records and declarations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Payroll Processing: Ensure that you are following the correct payroll processing procedures as outlined in your organization's policies and SAP guidelines.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.