How To Fix HRPAYNLLA268 - No valid country indicator found for the Netherlands in table T005

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA - Notifications for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 268

• Message text: No valid country indicator found for the Netherlands in table T005

What causes this issue?

No entry has been found for the Netherlands in table <ZK>Countries</> (
<ZH>T005</>). Valid entries in this table are mandatory for the wage
return, to determine the nationality and the country of the persons to
be specified.

System Response

The country code for the Netherlands is 'NL'.

How to fix this error?

Create at least one entry for the Netherlands in table <ZH>T005</>.

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 HRPAYNLLA268 - No valid country indicator found for the Netherlands in table T005 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA268 indicates that there is an issue with the country indicator for the Netherlands in the T005 table. This table is used in SAP to define country-specific settings, and if the country indicator is missing or not properly configured, it can lead to errors in payroll processing or other country-specific functionalities.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Entry in T005: The most common cause of this error is that there is no valid entry for the Netherlands in the T005 table. This could happen if the country was not set up correctly during the initial configuration of the SAP system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an incorrect configuration or a missing country key that is required for processing payroll or other HR-related functions.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, it is possible that the T005 table was not included or was not transported correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check T005 Table: 
  
  Go to transaction code SE16 or SE16N and enter the table name T005.
  Check if there is an entry for the Netherlands (country key 'NL'). If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  
  
  
  Create/Update Entry:
  
  If the entry is missing, you can create a new entry for the Netherlands in the T005 table. Ensure that you provide the correct country key and description.
  If the entry exists but is incorrect, you may need to update it with the correct information.
  
  
  
  Consult with Basis Team: If you suspect that the issue is related to transport or system configuration, consult with your SAP Basis team to ensure that all necessary configurations and transports have been applied correctly.
  
  
  Check for Notes: Look for any SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that provide solutions or workarounds for known issues.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error is resolved and that payroll processing or other HR functions are working correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16/SE16N (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), and SM30 (Table Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for any relevant notes that might address this specific error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to country-specific settings and payroll configuration for the Netherlands to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYNLLA268 error and ensure that the country indicator for the Netherlands is correctly configured in your SAP system.