How To Fix HRPBSAU118 - Notional salary must not be zero for casuals

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAU - Message Class For Public Sector(Australia)

• Message number: 118

• Message text: Notional salary must not be zero for casuals

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAU118 - Notional salary must not be zero for casuals ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAU118, which states "Notional salary must not be zero for casuals," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing for casual employees in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system has detected that the notional salary for a casual employee is set to zero, which is not acceptable for payroll calculations.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The notional salary field for the casual employee may not have been populated during the employee's master data setup.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration for casual employees may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not calculating or assigning a notional salary.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error during data entry, resulting in a zero value being saved in the notional salary field.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data (using transaction code PA30).
  Verify the notional salary field in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0008 - Basic Pay).
  If the field is empty or set to zero, enter the correct notional salary value.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll schema and rules for casual employees are correctly configured to calculate the notional salary.
  Check the relevant wage types and ensure they are correctly assigned to the casual employee's payroll.
  
  
  
  Data Correction:
  
  If the notional salary was incorrectly set to zero due to a data entry error, correct the value in the employee's master data.
  Ensure that any changes are saved and that the employee's payroll data is updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, run a test payroll for the employee to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that the notional salary is now being processed correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay): This infotype is where the notional salary is typically maintained. Ensure that the correct wage type is being used.
  Payroll Schema: Review the payroll schema to understand how the notional salary is calculated and ensure that it aligns with your organization's policies for casual employees.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies for specific guidelines on handling casual employee payroll and notional salary calculations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.