How To Fix HRPAYSE_MTS017 - Person needs to be corrected according to the Validation check

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYSE_MTS - Monthly tax statement

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Person needs to be corrected according to the Validation check

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYSE_MTS017 - Person needs to be corrected according to the Validation check ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYSE_MTS017 typically indicates that there is an issue with the data related to a person (employee) in the payroll system that needs to be corrected according to specific validation checks. This error is often encountered during payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  The error can arise from various reasons, including but not limited to:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: Essential employee data such as personal information, payroll data, or tax information may be missing or incorrectly entered.
  Validation Rules: The system has built-in validation rules that check for consistency and correctness of the data. If any of these rules are violated, the error will be triggered.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with the employee's master data (e.g., infotypes) can lead to this error. This includes issues in infotypes like 0000 (Actions), 0001 (Organizational Assignment), 0002 (Personal Data), etc.
  Time Management Data: If the employee is linked to time management and there are discrepancies in time data, it can also lead to this error.
  Payroll Control Record: The payroll control record may not be set up correctly for the period being processed.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAYSE_MTS017 error, follow these steps:
  
  Check the Error Log: Review the payroll log or error log to identify the specific validation check that failed. This will provide more context on what needs to be corrected.
  Review Employee Master Data: Go to the employee's master data and check for any missing or incorrect information. Pay special attention to:
  
  Infotype 0000 (Actions)
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data)
  Infotype 0006 (Addresses)
  Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions)
  Infotype 0015 (Additional Payments)
  
  
  Correct Data: Make the necessary corrections in the employee's master data. Ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Check Payroll Control Record: Ensure that the payroll control record is correctly set up for the payroll period you are processing.
  Run Validation Checks: After making corrections, run the validation checks again to ensure that the issues have been resolved.
  Reprocess Payroll: Once all corrections are made, reprocess the payroll for the employee.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues with specific versions of SAP that have been addressed in later updates.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on validation checks and the specific infotypes related to payroll processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.