How To Fix HRPBSSA031 - There must be at least one remainder salary component

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSSA -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: There must be at least one remainder salary component

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSSA031 - There must be at least one remainder salary component ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSSA031, which states "There must be at least one remainder salary component," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system expects at least one salary component to be defined as a remainder salary component, but none has been specified.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payroll schema or the specific payroll processing configuration may not have a defined remainder salary component.
  Incorrect Payroll Data: The employee's payroll data may not include any salary components that are classified as remainder components.
  Schema Issues: The payroll schema being used may not be correctly set up to handle remainder salary components.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Go to the payroll schema configuration in transaction code PE01 or PE02.
  Ensure that there is a defined remainder salary component in the schema. This is usually done in the payroll processing steps where salary components are calculated.
  
  
  
  Define Remainder Salary Components:
  
  If no remainder salary component is defined, you may need to create one. This can be done in the configuration settings for payroll components.
  Use transaction code SPRO to navigate to the relevant configuration path: 
  
  Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll for [Country] > Wage Types > Define Wage Types.
  
  
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (infotypes) to ensure that the necessary salary components are correctly assigned.
  Use transaction code PA30 to view and edit the employee's infotypes.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a payroll simulation to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring remainder salary components and understanding the payroll schema.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Types: In SAP, wage types are used to define how different components of salary are processed. Remainder salary components are typically used to capture any remaining amounts after other salary components have been processed.
  Payroll Schema: The payroll schema defines the rules and calculations for payroll processing. It is essential to ensure that the schema is correctly configured to handle all necessary components.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuring payroll components.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.