How To Fix HRSPAZA019 - There must be at least one remainder salary component

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSPAZA - Salary packaging

• Message number: 019

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

What causes this issue?

For the employee's salary package, a salary component was selected with
the <ZK>Nature of SC</> <ZH>Total package,</> but no salary component
was selected with the <ZK>Nature of SC</> <ZH>Remainder</>.
If a salary component was selected with the <ZK>Nature of SC</>
<ZH>Total package</>, there must also be a salary component (in an
employee's salary package which is the <ZH>Remainder</>.

How to fix this error?

Check your customizing in the <LS>Salary packaging: Salary components
</> table (T5W7A) and make the appropriate changes. To do so, see in
the Salary Packaging IMG: <LS>Salary Components -> Define Salary
Components</>.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSPAZA019 - There must be at least one remainder salary component ?

  The SAP error message HRSPAZA019, 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 for a specific payroll run or calculation, but none has been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Salary Components: The most common cause of this error is that the employee's payroll data does not include any salary components that are marked as "remainder" components.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific payroll area settings that define how salary components are processed.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the employee's master data or payroll infotypes can lead to this error.
  Payroll Processing Sequence: The payroll run may not have been set up correctly, leading to the absence of required components.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Verify that the employee's master data includes the necessary salary components. This can be done by checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0008 - Basic Pay).
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll schema is correctly configured to include the necessary salary components. This may involve checking the configuration of the payroll area and the relevant wage types.
  Add Remainder Salary Components: If no remainder salary components are defined, you may need to add them. This can be done in the employee's payroll infotype or through the configuration settings.
  Run Payroll Simulation: Before running the actual payroll, perform a simulation to identify any issues with the payroll run. This can help catch errors before they affect the actual payroll processing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on configuring salary components and resolving payroll errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to navigate the system effectively.
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user performing the payroll processing has the necessary authorizations to view and modify payroll data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM specialist or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.