How To Fix HRPAYIEPAYROLL090 - PPSN needs to be updated for pernr & (old PPSN: &, new PPSN: &)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYIEPAYROLL - Message class for payroll reporting - IE

• Message number: 090

• Message text: PPSN needs to be updated for pernr & (old PPSN: &, new PPSN: &)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEPAYROLL090 - PPSN needs to be updated for pernr & (old PPSN: &, new PPSN: &) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEPAYROLL090 indicates that there is an issue with the Personal Public Service Number (PPSN) for a specific personnel number (PERNR). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in Ireland, where the PPSN is a critical identifier for tax and social security purposes.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when there is a discrepancy between the old and new PPSN for an employee. This can happen due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The employee's PPSN has been changed or updated in the system.
  There is a data entry error where the PPSN was incorrectly entered.
  The employee has been assigned a new PPSN due to a change in their status (e.g., a new employee or a change in residency).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Verify the PPSN: Check the employee's record in the SAP system to confirm the correct PPSN. Ensure that the new PPSN is valid and correctly formatted.
  
  
  Update the PPSN: If the new PPSN is correct, update the employee's record in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0002 - Personal Data) to reflect the new PPSN.
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Ensure that there are no duplicate entries for the same PPSN in the system, as this can also lead to conflicts.
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: After updating the PPSN, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error has been resolved and that the payroll can be processed without issues.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module expert for further troubleshooting.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Infotypes: The relevant infotypes for managing employee data in SAP HR include:
  
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data) for basic employee information.
  Infotype 0006 (Addresses) for address-related information.
  
  
  
  PPSN Format: Ensure that the PPSN follows the correct format as per the guidelines provided by the Irish Revenue Commissioners.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling PPSN updates.
  
  
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system to avoid disruptions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYIEPAYROLL090 error and ensure that the employee's PPSN is correctly updated in the SAP system.