How To Fix HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI020 - Incorrect entry: field "&1" must be populated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI - Message class relative to the Corrections infotype

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Incorrect entry: field "&1" must be populated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI020 - Incorrect entry: field "&1" must be populated ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI020 Incorrect entry: field "&1" must be populated typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly in the French payroll (as indicated by the prefix HRPAYFR). This error indicates that a required field in the payroll processing data is not populated, which is preventing the system from proceeding with the payroll calculation or processing.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by one or more mandatory fields not being filled in the payroll infotype or during the payroll run. The specific field that is missing will be indicated in the error message where &1 will be replaced with the name of the field that needs to be populated.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Missing Field: Check the error message for the specific field name indicated by &1. This will give you a clue about which field needs to be populated.
  
  
  Review Infotypes: Go to the relevant infotype (e.g., IT0000, IT0001, IT0002, etc.) associated with the employee or payroll data. Ensure that all mandatory fields are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Sometimes, the error can be related to configuration settings in the payroll schema or rules. Ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly and that all required fields are defined.
  
  
  Data Entry: If the field is missing due to data entry oversight, ensure that the necessary data is entered for the employee in the relevant infotype.
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: After populating the required fields, run a payroll simulation to check if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about which fields are mandatory, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR functional consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue continues, you may need to debug the payroll process to identify where the data is being lost or not populated.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes for payroll processing in SAP HR, as these will contain the fields that need to be populated.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate roles and authorizations to enter data in the required fields.
  Training: If this is a recurring issue, consider providing training to users on the importance of filling out all mandatory fields in the payroll infotypes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRPAYFR_N4DS_CI020 error message.