How To Fix HRPAYUS_CE006 - Common paymaster active for &1, but there is no entry in T5UCP_COMPM

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYUS_CE - Messages for US payroll CE

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Common paymaster active for &1, but there is no entry in T5UCP_COMPM

What causes this issue?

According to Infotype 234 (Additional Withholding Information US),
subtype <ZH>FED</>, there is a common paymaster situation for personnel
assignment &V1&.

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

However, there is no common paymaster tax company specified in table
T5UCP_COMPM, valid from &V2& to &V3&. This is a serious configuration
error.

System Response

The action is aborted.

How to fix this error?

Disable the common paymaster in Infotype 234 or maintain table
<ZH>T5UCP_COMPM</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYUS_CE006 - Common paymaster active for &1, but there is no entry in T5UCP_COMPM ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYUS_CE006 indicates that a common paymaster is active for a specific company code (denoted by &1), but there is no corresponding entry in the table T5UCP_COMPM. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the United States, particularly when dealing with multiple company codes that share a common paymaster.
  Cause:
  
  Common Paymaster Configuration: The system is configured to use a common paymaster for payroll processing, but the necessary configuration entries in the T5UCP_COMPM table are missing.
  Missing Entries: The specific company code for which the payroll is being processed does not have an entry in the T5UCP_COMPM table, which is required to define the relationship between the common paymaster and the company codes involved.
  Incorrect Setup: There may be an incorrect setup in the payroll configuration, or the common paymaster feature may not have been fully implemented.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check T5UCP_COMPM Table: Verify the entries in the T5UCP_COMPM table. Ensure that there is an entry for the company code indicated in the error message. If it is missing, you will need to create it.
  Create/Update Entry:
  
  Go to the transaction code SE11 (Data Dictionary) or SE16 (Data Browser) to view the T5UCP_COMPM table.
  If the entry is missing, you can create a new entry that links the company code to the common paymaster.
  Ensure that the common paymaster and the relevant company codes are correctly defined.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the common paymaster in the payroll area. This can typically be done in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under:
  
  Payroll -> US -> Payroll Control -> Common Paymaster.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Common Paymaster: This is a payroll processing feature that allows multiple company codes to be processed under a single paymaster, which can simplify payroll management for organizations with multiple entities.
  T5UCP_COMPM Table: This table is used to define the relationships between company codes and their common paymaster. It is essential for ensuring that payroll calculations are correctly attributed to the right entities.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.