How To Fix HRPAYNLLA_EN726 - Remunerated hours must be zero for income code &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA_EN - Error Messages for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 726

• Message text: Remunerated hours must be zero for income code &1

What causes this issue?

When the income code is not 11, 13, 15, 17, 31 or 33, the remunerated
hours must be 0. Otherwise your return will be rejected.

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?

Check whether the income code is correct for this employee / pensioner /
beneficiary.
If so, check why there are remunerated hours in this period.

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 HRPAYNLLA_EN726 - Remunerated hours must be zero for income code &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN726 indicates that there is an issue with the remuneration hours for a specific income code in the payroll processing. Specifically, it states that the remunerated hours must be zero for the given income code (represented by &1).
  Cause:
  This error typically arises in the following scenarios:
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The income code in question may be configured in such a way that it should not have any remunerated hours associated with it. This is common for certain types of payments or deductions that are not based on hours worked (e.g., bonuses, one-time payments).
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entry in the payroll results or master data that leads to non-zero hours being recorded for an income code that should not have any.
  
  
  Payroll Processing Logic: The payroll calculation logic may be incorrectly set up, leading to the system attempting to assign hours to an income code that is not supposed to have any.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration of the income code in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly to reflect that it should not have any remunerated hours. This may involve checking the wage type characteristics in the payroll schema.
  
  
  Review Payroll Results: Examine the payroll results for the employee in question. Look for any entries that show non-zero hours for the income code. If found, investigate how these hours were generated and correct any data entry errors.
  
  
  Adjust Master Data: If the employee's master data (such as work schedule or time management data) is causing the issue, make the necessary adjustments to ensure that the income code is not associated with any hours.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module expert to understand the specific requirements for the income code and ensure compliance with payroll processing rules.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the remuneration hours for the income code are correctly set to zero.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Income Codes/Wage Types: Understanding the specific income codes and their configurations is crucial. Each income code has specific rules regarding how it should be processed in payroll.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling remuneration hours for income codes.
  Payroll Schema: Familiarize yourself with the payroll schema and how it processes different income codes, as this can provide insights into why the error is occurring.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll to further diagnose and resolve the issue.