How To Fix HRPAYSA189 - GOSI Number is mandatory

HRPAYSA189 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYSA - Mesasge class for package PC24

• Message number: 189

• Message text: GOSI Number is mandatory

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HRPAYSA189 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYSA189, which states "GOSI Number is mandatory," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly for organizations operating in Saudi Arabia. GOSI stands for the General Organization for Social Insurance, which is a government agency responsible for social insurance in Saudi Arabia.
  
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the GOSI number, which is a unique identifier for employees in relation to social insurance contributions, is missing or not properly maintained in the employee's master data. This number is mandatory for processing payroll and ensuring compliance with local regulations regarding social insurance.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in SAP (Transaction code PA30).
  Ensure that the GOSI number is entered in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0001 or 0002, depending on your configuration).
  
  
  
  Maintain GOSI Number:
  
  If the GOSI number is missing, you