How To Fix HRPAYTR02327 - The summation indicator cannot be set for &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR02 -

• Message number: 327

• Message text: The summation indicator cannot be set for &

What causes this issue?

The key figure &V1& is of the internal data type &V2&. This cannot be
made into a total.

System Response

The summation indicator must be canceled.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR02327 - The summation indicator cannot be set for & ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR02327, which states "The summation indicator cannot be set for &," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of the summation indicators for wage types in the payroll process.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The summation indicator for a specific wage type may not be configured correctly in the payroll schema or in the wage type characteristics.
  Wage Type Characteristics: The wage type may not be allowed to have a summation indicator set due to its characteristics. For example, certain wage types are designed to be one-time payments or deductions and do not accumulate.
  Payroll Schema Issues: There may be issues in the payroll schema that prevent the summation indicator from being applied correctly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the employee master data or payroll results that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance) and check the characteristics of the wage type in question.
  Ensure that the summation indicator is set correctly for the wage type.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Use transaction code PE02 to review the payroll schema and ensure that the logic for summation indicators is correctly implemented.
  Make sure that the relevant operations for summation are included in the schema.
  
  
  
  Validate Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee master data for any inconsistencies that might affect payroll processing.
  Ensure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area and that all necessary data is complete.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to wage type configuration and payroll processing for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists. Monitor the results to ensure that the summation indicators are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: PE01 (Wage Type Maintenance), PE02 (Payroll Schema), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional insights.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help documentation for detailed information on wage types and payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error HRPAYTR02327 and implement a solution to resolve it.