How To Fix HRPAYNLLA162 - LP &1: Entry in Table P05T_AE_ADM_STAT Does not Have the Status 'Sent'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA - Notifications for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 162

• Message text: LP &1: Entry in Table P05T_AE_ADM_STAT Does not Have the Status 'Sent'

What causes this issue?

The entry for legal person &v1& does not have the status 'Sent' (05) in
status table (<ZH>P05T_AE_ADM_STAT</>). In this case only, you may
therefore close the wage return.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Use the F4 help to select the legal person.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA162 - LP &1: Entry in Table P05T_AE_ADM_STAT Does not Have the Status 'Sent' ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA162 indicates that there is an issue with the status of an entry in the table P05T_AE_ADM_STAT. Specifically, the error suggests that the entry does not have the status 'Sent', which is required for the process you are trying to execute.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Status: The entry in the P05T_AE_ADM_STAT table may not have been updated correctly, or it may have been set to a status other than 'Sent'.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, possibly due to a previous process that did not complete successfully.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll or benefits module that are preventing the status from being updated correctly.
  Missing Processing Steps: Certain prerequisite steps may not have been completed, leading to the entry not being marked as 'Sent'.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Status: Use transaction SE16 or SE11 to view the entries in the P05T_AE_ADM_STAT table. Look for the specific entry related to the employee or process you are working with and check its status.
  Update the Status: If the status is incorrect, you may need to manually update it to 'Sent'. This should be done with caution and ideally under the guidance of a functional consultant or SAP support.
  Review Previous Processes: Check if there were any errors in previous payroll runs or processes that might have affected the status. Resolve any issues found.
  Run Missing Processes: If there are prerequisite processes that need to be executed (like payroll runs or data submissions), ensure they are completed successfully.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes or documentation related to this error message for any specific recommendations or patches that may address the issue.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance, especially if it involves complex configurations or custom developments.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table P05T_AE_ADM_STAT: This table is used to track the status of administrative actions related to payroll and benefits. Understanding its structure and the statuses it can hold is crucial for troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE16 (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and others that may help in analyzing the data.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HR payroll processing and the specific error message for additional insights or patches.
  Testing in Development: If you are making changes to the status or configuration, it is advisable to test in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution.