How To Fix PA407 - The percentage rates were not calculated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PA - Recruitment Messages

• Message number: 407

• Message text: The percentage rates were not calculated

What causes this issue?

The percentage rate could not be calculated. The system did not find
any data records for the <LS>planned working time</> (0007) infotype
for an employee related to the vacant position.

System Response

This message is for your information.

How to fix this error?

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PA407 - The percentage rates were not calculated ?

  The SAP error message PA407, which states "The percentage rates were not calculated," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time evaluation in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that the system was unable to calculate the percentage rates for certain payroll components, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes of Error PA407
  
  
  Missing Configuration: The percentage rates may not be configured correctly in the system. This could include missing or incorrect entries in the relevant infotypes or payroll schemas.
  
  
  Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data may be incomplete or incorrect. For example, missing or incorrect entries in infotypes related to payroll, such as infotype 0008 (Basic Pay) or infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  
  
  Time Evaluation Issues: If the time evaluation process has not been executed correctly, it may lead to issues in calculating percentage rates.
  
  
  Payroll Schema Errors: There may be errors in the payroll schema or rules that prevent the calculation of percentage rates.
  
  
  Absence of Valid Wage Types: The wage types required for the calculation may not be defined or may not have valid percentage rates assigned.
  
  
  Solutions to Error PA407
  
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the relevant payroll components. Ensure that all necessary percentage rates are defined in the system.
  
  
  Review Master Data: Verify the employee master data for completeness and accuracy. Ensure that all relevant infotypes are filled out correctly.
  
  
  Run Time Evaluation: If applicable, ensure that the time evaluation has been executed successfully before running payroll. Check for any errors in the time evaluation logs.
  
  
  Examine Payroll Schema: Review the payroll schema and rules to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no errors in the logic that could prevent percentage calculations.
  
  
  Check Wage Types: Ensure that the wage types involved in the calculation have valid percentage rates assigned. You can do this by checking the wage type characteristics in the SAP system.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that may resolve known issues.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PE02 (Payroll Schema), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate and resolve the issue.
  
  
  Logs and Traces: Review the payroll logs and traces for more detailed error messages that can provide additional context for the issue.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on payroll configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.