How To Fix HRPAYNLLA072 - Opened wage returns could not be closed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA - Notifications for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Opened wage returns could not be closed

What causes this issue?

You have specified at least one legal person for whom there is still an
unclosed wage return that has been sent to the Tax Authority and for
which a response message with confirmation of receipt and optional
messages incorrect nominative return (MFNAs) or warnings has been
received. In this case, the <ZK>Data extractor</> requests you to
automatically close old wage returns when creating a wage return for the
next period.

System Response

The data cannot be extracted.

How to fix this error?

In the B2A Manager, check which selected wage return(s) has/have caused
this problem (status 'Confirmation received', 'MFNA received' or
'Warning received').
If necessary, close the relevant wage returns with the aid of report
<DS:RE.RPCLAAN0>Close wage return</>.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA072 - Opened wage returns could not be closed ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA072, which states "Opened wage returns could not be closed," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that there are wage returns (or payroll results) that are still open and cannot be closed due to certain conditions not being met.
  Causes:
  
  Incomplete Payroll Processing: The payroll run may not have been completed successfully, leaving some wage returns open.
  Pending Actions: There may be pending actions or corrections that need to be addressed before the wage returns can be closed.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the payroll module that are preventing the closure of wage returns.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or errors in the employee master data or payroll results that need to be resolved.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to close the wage returns.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payroll Status: Verify the status of the payroll run to ensure that it has been completed successfully. If there are errors, resolve them and re-run the payroll.
  Review Open Wage Returns: Use transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC or PC00_MXX_CEDT to review the open wage returns and identify any issues that need to be addressed.
  Correct Data Errors: If there are data inconsistencies, correct them in the employee master data or payroll results.
  Consult Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure they are set up correctly for closing wage returns.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to close the wage returns has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Run Reports: Use relevant SAP reports to identify any discrepancies or issues that may be causing the wage returns to remain open.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Results).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help guides for detailed information on payroll processing and error handling in the HR module.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to close the opened wage returns successfully.