How To Fix HRPAYNLPR_EN020 - Payroll area &1 is not set to &2 for return in-period &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLPR_EN - Pension Return NL

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Payroll area &1 is not set to &2 for return in-period &4

What causes this issue?

The payroll run for payroll area &V1& for period &V3& has not been
completed (status &V2&).

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?

Complete the payroll run or change the return period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN020 - Payroll area &1 is not set to &2 for return in-period &4 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN020 indicates that there is a mismatch in the configuration of the payroll area for a specific return in the payroll process. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the Netherlands, where specific payroll areas must be configured correctly to ensure that payroll calculations and returns are processed accurately.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when the payroll area specified in the payroll processing does not match the expected configuration for the return in the specified period. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll area may not be set up correctly in the system for the specified return period.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry for the payroll area or the return period.
  Changes in Payroll Area: If there have been recent changes to the payroll area settings, it may not be reflected in the current processing.
  Missing Master Data: The employee's master data may not be correctly assigned to the appropriate payroll area.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAYNLPR_EN020 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payroll areas in the SAP system (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Verify that the payroll area is correctly configured for the specified return period.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (Transaction code: PA30) to ensure that the correct payroll area is assigned.
  Make sure that the employee's data is consistent with the payroll area settings.
  
  
  
  Validate Return Period:
  
  Ensure that the return period specified in the error message is valid and corresponds to the payroll area settings.
  Check if the return period is open for processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines related to payroll processing in your organization to ensure compliance with the required configurations.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (SAP Reference IMG), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to payroll processing in the Netherlands that may address known issues or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for payroll processing to understand the requirements and configurations needed for your specific payroll area.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYNLPR_EN020 error message in your SAP system.