How To Fix HRPAYIEINFOTYPES034 - Enter Periodic Contribution before saving

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 034

• Message text: Enter Periodic Contribution before saving

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES034 - Enter Periodic Contribution before saving ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEINFOTYPES034 ("Enter Periodic Contribution before saving") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system requires a periodic contribution to be entered before you can save the payroll information for an employee.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when you attempt to save payroll data without having specified the required periodic contributions for an employee. Periodic contributions can include various deductions or contributions such as social security, health insurance, retirement plans, etc. The system enforces this requirement to ensure that all necessary payroll data is complete and accurate before processing.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Access the Employee's Payroll Data:
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0015 for additional payments or deductions) for the employee in question.
  
  
  
  Enter the Periodic Contribution:
  
  Ensure that you enter the required periodic contributions. This may involve specifying the amount and the type of contribution (e.g., health insurance, pension contributions).
  
  
  
  Check for Missing Information:
  
  Review the infotypes related to payroll and contributions to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly. Look for any mandatory fields that may be left blank.
  
  
  
  Validate Data:
  
  Use the validation tools within SAP to check for any inconsistencies or missing data that could be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Save the Changes:
  
  After entering the required periodic contributions and ensuring all necessary information is complete, attempt to save the payroll data again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to payroll contributions, such as:
  
  Infotype 0015 (Additional Payments)
  Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions)
  Infotype 0060 (Additional Personal Data)
  
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to payroll data.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidelines related to payroll processing and contributions.
  
  
  Testing: If you are in a development or testing environment, ensure that the changes are tested thoroughly before moving to production.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.