How To Fix HRPAYNLPR_EN144 - Paid hours for Pension is zero but the Pension wage is greater than zero

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLPR_EN - Pension Return NL

• Message number: 144

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN144 - Paid hours for Pension is zero but the Pension wage is greater than zero ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN144 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the payroll processing related to pension contributions. Specifically, it means that the system has detected that the paid hours for pension contributions are zero, while the pension wage is greater than zero. This situation typically arises in the context of payroll processing for employees in the Netherlands, where pension contributions are calculated based on paid hours.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Data: The employee may not have any recorded paid hours for the period in question, but there is a pension wage set up in the system. This can happen if the employee was on leave, or if there was an error in time recording.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the rules governing how pension contributions are calculated.
  Master Data Issues: The employee's master data may not be correctly set up, particularly in relation to their pension plan or wage types.
  Absence Types: If the employee was absent (e.g., sick leave, unpaid leave) and the absence type does not allow for pension contributions, this could lead to the error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Data: Review the time data for the employee to ensure that the paid hours are correctly recorded. If the employee worked hours but they were not recorded, you may need to correct the time entries.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the rules for calculating pension contributions are correctly set up. This includes verifying the wage types and their assignment to the pension calculation.
  Verify Master Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is correctly configured, particularly the pension-related settings. Check if the employee is assigned to the correct pension plan and that all relevant wage types are correctly defined.
  Adjust Absence Types: If the employee was absent, verify the absence type settings to ensure that they allow for pension contributions if applicable.
  Run a Simulation: After making any necessary adjustments, run a payroll simulation to check if the error persists.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to this error message for any specific patches or updates that may address the issue.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on payroll processing and pension contributions for the Netherlands to ensure compliance with local regulations.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Experts: If the issue persists, it may be beneficial to consult with HR or payroll experts who are familiar with the specific configurations and regulations applicable to your organization.
  
  By addressing the underlying causes and ensuring that all relevant data is correctly configured, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYNLPR_EN144 error message.