How To Fix HRPAYRU_SZVR006 - EmployeeÆs Seniority not found in the period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYRU_SZVR - Messages for SZV-Seniority & ODV reports

• Message number: 006

• Message text: EmployeeÆs Seniority not found in the period

What causes this issue?

Seniority for the employee was not found in the period.

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?

Check Active status in the <LS>Actions</> (0000) infotype and the
settings for <DS:CHAP.SEN_XX_PR_TOP>Calculation Process</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYRU_SZVR006 - EmployeeÆs Seniority not found in the period ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYRU_SZVR006, which states "Employee’s Seniority not found in the period," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly for Russian payroll. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the seniority data for the employee for the specified period, which is necessary for calculating certain payroll components.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Seniority Data: The employee may not have any seniority records for the period in question. This could be due to data not being entered or maintained correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range specified for the payroll run may not align with the periods for which seniority data is available.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the employee's master data or infotypes related to seniority (e.g., infotype 0008 for Basic Pay, infotype 0014 for Recurring Payments and Deductions).
  Configuration Issues: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly to recognize or calculate seniority for the employee.
  Employee Status: The employee may be in a status that does not allow for seniority calculations (e.g., inactive, terminated).
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Seniority Records: Verify that the employee has the necessary seniority records in the system for the specified period. This can be done by checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0008).
  Update Data: If seniority data is missing, update the employee's records with the correct seniority information for the relevant period.
  Review Payroll Period: Ensure that the payroll period being processed is correct and that it matches the periods for which seniority data is available.
  Correct Configuration: If there are configuration issues, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the payroll settings are correctly set up to handle seniority calculations.
  Employee Status Check: Confirm that the employee is in an active status that allows for payroll processing and seniority calculations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to employee data, especially those that pertain to seniority and payroll.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address known issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on managing employee seniority and payroll processing.
  Testing: After making any changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the employee's payroll is calculated correctly.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a specialist in SAP HR to further investigate the problem.