How To Fix HRPAYNLPR_EN140 - Pension wage is zero but the paid hours for Pension is greater than zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLPR_EN - Pension Return NL

• Message number: 140

• Message text: Pension wage is zero but the paid hours for Pension is greater than zero

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN140 - Pension wage is zero but the paid hours for Pension is greater than zero ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN140 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the payroll processing for pension contributions. Specifically, it means that the pension wage is recorded as zero, but there are paid hours for pension contributions that are greater than zero. This situation typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the Netherlands, where pension contributions are calculated based on the wage.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration for pension contributions may not be set up correctly, leading to a situation where hours are recorded but no corresponding wage is calculated.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly in relation to wage types or pension-related information.
  Time Management Errors: There may be issues with the time management data, such as incorrect time entries or absence records that affect the calculation of pension wages.
  Wage Type Assignment: The wage types related to pension contributions may not be properly assigned or may be missing in the payroll schema.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify the employee's master data to ensure that all relevant fields for pension contributions are correctly filled out. This includes checking the wage types assigned to the employee.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll configuration for pension contributions is set up correctly. This includes checking the wage type settings and ensuring that they are linked to the correct calculation rules.
  Examine Time Data: Review the time management data for the employee to ensure that the hours worked are correctly recorded and that there are no discrepancies.
  Adjust Payroll Schema: If necessary, adjust the payroll schema to ensure that the pension wage is calculated correctly based on the paid hours.
  Run a Simulation: Perform a payroll simulation to identify any further issues or discrepancies that may not have been caught in the initial run.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on configuration settings.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and pension contributions in the Netherlands for best practices and configuration guidelines.
  Consult with Payroll Experts: If the issue persists, consider consulting with SAP payroll experts or your internal payroll team to troubleshoot the problem further.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and ensuring that all relevant data is correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYNLPR_EN140 error and ensure accurate payroll processing for pension contributions.