How To Fix HRPAYNL_EN413 - Routine indicator for cumulative retroactive accounting not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNL_EN - Errormessage for NL Payroll

• Message number: 413

• Message text: Routine indicator for cumulative retroactive accounting not valid

What causes this issue?

Invalid combination

System Response

System stops working

How to fix this error?

Only use <DS:DE.P05_RKHER_EN>routine indicator for cumulative
retroactive accounting</> if the method for
<DS:DE.P05_CUMHB_EN>cumulative retroactive accounting</> is other than
0.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN413 - Routine indicator for cumulative retroactive accounting not valid ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN413 indicates that there is an issue with the routine indicator for cumulative retroactive accounting in the payroll process. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the Netherlands (as suggested by the "NL" in the error code) and can be related to various configuration or data issues.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Routine Indicator: The routine indicator specified in the payroll configuration is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the payroll schema or the configuration of the payroll driver that leads to this error.
  Data Issues: Employee master data or payroll data may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to the inability to process cumulative retroactive accounting.
  Version Mismatch: The payroll version being used may not be compatible with the current configuration or data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Routine Indicator: Verify the routine indicator used in the payroll schema. Ensure that it is correctly defined and exists in the system.
  
  Go to the transaction code PE02 to check the payroll schema and the routines defined.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly for cumulative retroactive accounting. This includes checking the relevant infotypes and settings in the payroll schema.
  
  Check the configuration in SPRO under "Payroll" settings for the Netherlands.
  
  
  
  Validate Employee Data: Review the employee master data and payroll data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could affect payroll processing.
  
  Use transaction codes like PA20 or PA30 to check employee records.
  
  
  
  Test Payroll Run: Perform a test payroll run for the affected employee(s) to see if the error persists. This can help identify if the issue is isolated or systemic.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing in the Netherlands for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific notes or patches that address this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cumulative Retroactive Accounting: This is a process in payroll where adjustments are made for previous periods based on changes in employee data or payroll calculations.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema defines the rules and calculations for payroll processing in SAP. It includes various routines that dictate how payroll is calculated.
  Infotypes: These are data structures in SAP that store employee-related information. Ensure that relevant infotypes (like IT0008 for basic pay) are correctly maintained.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYNL_EN413 error in your SAP system.