How To Fix HRPAYRU_LNOC017 - Primary wage type &1 should be linked with the off-cycle total wage type

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYRU_LNOC - Messages for FSSCS and LN in Off-cycle

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Primary wage type &1 should be linked with the off-cycle total wage type

What causes this issue?

The off-cycle total wage type (in the standard delivery, wage type
<LS>/GTO</>) allows control of the total garnishment deduction in the
payroll period when the deduction is specified as an amount (a fixed sum
per period). This wage type is used to cumulate the deduction over all
off-cycle runs. Without it, the sum of all deductions can be more than
specified in the garnishment document.

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?

Create a link between the primary and off-cycle total wage types using
Customizing activity <DS:SIMG.OHARUBP_PY_GARN_015>Specify Link Between
Primary and Off-Cycle Total Wage Types</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYRU_LNOC017 - Primary wage type &1 should be linked with the off-cycle total wage type ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYRU_LNOC017 indicates that there is a configuration issue related to wage types in the payroll process, specifically in the context of off-cycle payroll processing. This error typically arises when a primary wage type is not properly linked to the corresponding off-cycle total wage type, which is necessary for the payroll calculations to be processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issue: The primary wage type (e.g., basic pay, bonuses) is not linked to the appropriate off-cycle total wage type in the payroll schema or configuration settings.
  Missing Link: The system expects a specific relationship between the primary wage type and the off-cycle total wage type, which has not been established in the configuration.
  Incorrect Payroll Schema: The payroll schema may not be set up correctly to handle off-cycle payments, leading to this error.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  Navigate to Payroll > Wage Types > Define Wage Types.
  Ensure that the primary wage type is correctly linked to the off-cycle total wage type.
  
  
  
  Link Wage Types:
  
  In the wage type configuration, check the settings for the primary wage type and ensure that it has a corresponding off-cycle total wage type defined.
  If the link is missing, you may need to create or modify the link between the primary wage type and the off-cycle total wage type.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema being used for off-cycle payroll processing.
  Ensure that the schema includes the necessary operations to handle the primary wage type and its corresponding off-cycle total wage type.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  Monitor the payroll results to confirm that the wage types are being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring wage types and payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Characteristics: Each wage type in SAP has specific characteristics that define how it behaves in payroll processing. Understanding these characteristics is crucial for proper configuration.
  Off-Cycle Payroll: Off-cycle payroll is used for processing payments outside of the regular payroll cycle, such as bonuses, corrections, or adjustments. Proper configuration is essential to ensure accurate calculations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on wage type configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or support team for further assistance.