How To Fix HRPAYIEINFOTYPES020 - Enter EITHER Percentage Contribution OR Flat Contribution

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYIEINFOTYPES - Message class for all Irish Infotypes

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Enter EITHER Percentage Contribution OR Flat Contribution

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES020 - Enter EITHER Percentage Contribution OR Flat Contribution ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES020 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, specifically when dealing with infotypes related to employee contributions, such as health insurance, pension plans, or other benefits. This error indicates that the system requires either a percentage contribution or a flat contribution to be entered, but neither has been provided.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  Both fields for percentage contribution and flat contribution are left blank.
  The system is configured to require at least one of these fields to be filled out for the payroll calculation to proceed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Infotype: Navigate to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0015 for additional payments or deductions) in the employee's master data.
  Enter Contribution: Ensure that either the percentage contribution or the flat contribution field is filled out:
  
  If you want to specify a percentage, enter the appropriate value in the percentage field.
  If you prefer a flat amount, enter the value in the flat contribution field.
  
  
  Save Changes: After entering the required information, save the changes and try to process the payroll again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee contributions. Common infotypes include:
  
  0015: Additional Payments
  0016: Contract Elements
  0021: Family/Dependent Data
  
  
  Configuration: If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings in the payroll module to ensure that the requirements for contributions are set up correctly.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on the specific infotype and its fields.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user entering the data has the appropriate permissions to modify payroll-related infotypes.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or support team for further assistance.