How To Fix HRPSGB006 - This employee has never been run through a payroll

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB - HR PS Great Britain

• Message number: 006

• Message text: This employee has never been run through a payroll

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB006 - This employee has never been run through a payroll ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB006 indicates that the employee in question has never been processed through the payroll system. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue. Here’s a breakdown of the potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  New Employee: The employee is newly hired and has not yet been processed in a payroll run.
  Payroll Configuration: The employee may not be assigned to a payroll area or the payroll configuration may not be set up correctly.
  Employment Status: The employee's status may not be active, or they may be on a leave of absence that prevents payroll processing.
  Missing Payroll Data: Required payroll data (e.g., infotypes) may be missing or incomplete, preventing the employee from being included in payroll runs.
  Incorrect Payroll Period: The payroll period being processed may not include the employee due to date constraints.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify that the employee's status is active and that they are eligible for payroll processing.
  Run Initial Payroll: If the employee is new, ensure that the initial payroll run is executed. This may involve creating the necessary payroll records.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area and that all necessary configurations are in place.
  Complete Missing Data: Check for any missing infotypes or payroll-related data that need to be filled out. Common infotypes include:
  
  Infotype 0000 (Actions)
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data)
  Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay)
  
  
  Check Payroll Period: Ensure that the payroll period being processed includes the employee's start date and that the payroll run is set up correctly for that period.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee's details.
  Payroll Logs: Review payroll logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context on the issue.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on payroll processing and configuration.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR or payroll team for assistance, as they may have additional insights or access to necessary configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPSGB006 error and implement the appropriate solution to ensure the employee is processed through payroll correctly.