How To Fix HRPAYNLPR_EN153 - Adjustment of previous year exists. Download XML of prev. year first

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLPR_EN - Pension Return NL

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Adjustment of previous year exists. Download XML of prev. year first

What causes this issue?

For JUPER &V1&, a pensions return exists for a previous year. APG
requires that the XML of the previous year has an earlier time stamp
than the XML of the current year.

System Response

Error

How to fix this error?

Download the XML file of the previous year first.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN153 - Adjustment of previous year exists. Download XML of prev. year first ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLPR_EN153 indicates that there is an adjustment for a previous year that needs to be addressed before proceeding with the current payroll processing. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the Netherlands, where adjustments to previous payroll periods must be handled correctly to ensure compliance with tax and social security regulations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  There are adjustments or corrections that need to be made for a previous payroll year.
  The system requires that you download the XML file for the previous year before you can continue with the current payroll processing.
  The payroll data for the previous year has not been finalized or has pending adjustments that need to be processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Download the XML for the Previous Year:
  
  Access the payroll processing transaction in SAP.
  Look for the option to download the XML file for the previous year. This is typically done through a specific payroll report or transaction code related to payroll processing.
  Ensure that you have the correct authorization to perform this action.
  
  
  
  Process Adjustments:
  
  Review any adjustments that need to be made for the previous year. This may involve correcting payroll data, tax calculations, or social security contributions.
  Make the necessary adjustments in the system.
  
  
  
  Finalize Previous Year Payroll:
  
  Once the adjustments are made, ensure that the payroll for the previous year is finalized. This may involve running specific payroll closing transactions.
  
  
  
  Retry Current Year Payroll:
  
  After successfully downloading the XML and processing any adjustments, attempt to run the payroll for the current year again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's payroll processing guidelines for specific steps related to downloading XML files and processing payroll adjustments.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If you continue to experience issues, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert who can provide assistance tailored to your specific configuration and requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYNLPR_EN153 error and proceed with your payroll processing.