How To Fix HRPBSHU181 - Value of calculated fields cannot be determined (KIM, KIMK, KIH)!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSHU - HR Public sector (H) developments

• Message number: 181

• Message text: Value of calculated fields cannot be determined (KIM, KIMK, KIH)!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSHU181 - Value of calculated fields cannot be determined (KIM, KIMK, KIH)! ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSHU181, which states "Value of calculated fields cannot be determined (KIM, KIMK, KIH)," typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when there are issues with the calculation of certain fields in the payroll or personnel administration processes. This error can arise due to various reasons, including configuration issues, missing data, or incorrect settings in the payroll schema.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The error may occur if the necessary data for the calculation of the fields (KIM, KIMK, KIH) is missing or incorrectly entered in the system.
  Configuration Issues: If the payroll schema or the related calculation rules are not configured correctly, it can lead to this error.
  Custom Enhancements: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, they might interfere with the standard calculations.
  Incorrect Infotypes: If the relevant infotypes (like infotype 0008 for basic pay, infotype 0014 for recurring payments, etc.) are not maintained properly, it can lead to this error.
  Data Consistency Issues: Inconsistencies in employee master data or payroll results can also trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Entries: Verify that all necessary data for the employee is correctly entered in the relevant infotypes. Ensure that there are no missing or incorrect entries.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Check the payroll schema and the calculation rules associated with the fields KIM, KIMK, and KIH. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that all necessary components are included.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to check for inconsistencies in the employee data.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can analyze the payroll run to identify where the calculation is failing. This may require technical expertise.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that may impact payroll calculations, such as 0008 (Basic Pay), 0014 (Recurring Payments), and others.
  Payroll Schema: Understand the payroll schema used in your organization and how it processes the calculations for the fields in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPBSHU181 error in your SAP system.