How To Fix HRPAYIEPAYROLL559 - Employee Initial PRSI Class is mandatory

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 559

• Message text: Employee Initial PRSI Class is mandatory

What causes this issue?

If the initial PRSI Class of an employee is not present, it results in a
business error. This can occur due to various reasons including the
following:
Payroll result does not exist.
PRSI Ireland infotype 360 is not maintained.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

&System Response&

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEPAYROLL559 - Employee Initial PRSI Class is mandatory ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEPAYROLL559 indicates that the Employee Initial PRSI (Pay Related Social Insurance) Class is mandatory for processing payroll in the Irish payroll system. This error typically arises when the payroll system attempts to process an employee's payroll without having the necessary PRSI class information filled in.
  Cause:
  The error occurs due to the following reasons:
  
  Missing PRSI Class: The employee's master data does not have a PRSI class assigned.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly to handle PRSI classes.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to the omission of the PRSI class.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data in SAP (Transaction code: PA30).
  Check the "Personal Data" or "Payroll Data" infotypes (e.g., IT0002, IT0003, IT0014) to ensure that the PRSI class is filled in.
  If it is missing, enter the appropriate PRSI class based on the employee's status and eligibility.
  
  
  
  Review PRSI Class Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the PRSI classes are correctly configured in the system. This can be done by checking the payroll schema and rules related to PRSI.
  You may need to consult with your SAP HR or Payroll consultant to verify that the configuration aligns with the current regulations.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Verification:
  
  If the employee was recently hired or if there were changes to their employment status, ensure that all relevant data has been entered correctly.
  Double-check for any typos or incorrect entries that may have led to the omission of the PRSI class.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll for the employee to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Training:
  
  Ensure that HR personnel are trained on the importance of entering the PRSI class and other critical payroll information to prevent future occurrences of this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  PRSI Classes: In Ireland, PRSI classes determine the rate of contributions that employees must pay based on their earnings and employment status. It is essential for compliance with social insurance regulations.
  SAP HR Module: Familiarity with the SAP HR module, particularly the payroll components, is crucial for managing employee data effectively.
  Regulatory Compliance: Ensure that your organization stays updated with any changes in payroll regulations in Ireland, as these can affect PRSI classifications.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.