How To Fix PAY_NL_PENS_MSG011 - &4 PERNRs was selected for Payroll Area &1 between dates &2 and &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAY_NL_PENS_MSG - Messages for Payroll Return from HCM to FS-CD

• Message number: 011

• Message text: &4 PERNRs was selected for Payroll Area &1 between dates &2 and &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAY_NL_PENS_MSG011 - &4 PERNRs was selected for Payroll Area &1 between dates &2 and &3 ?

  The SAP error message PAY_NL_PENS_MSG011 typically relates to issues in the payroll processing for employees in the Netherlands, specifically concerning pension calculations. The message indicates that a certain number of personnel numbers (PERNRs) have been selected for a specific payroll area within a defined date range, but there may be issues preventing the payroll from being processed correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The specified date range may not align with the payroll period or may include dates that are not valid for payroll processing.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data for the selected personnel numbers, such as missing infotypes related to payroll or pension contributions.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration issues in the payroll area settings or pension plan settings that need to be addressed.
  Employee Status: The employees selected may have a status that prevents payroll processing, such as being on leave or inactive.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Range: Verify that the date range specified in the payroll run is correct and corresponds to the payroll period.
  Review Personnel Data: Check the personnel numbers for any missing or incomplete infotypes, especially those related to payroll and pension contributions (e.g., infotype 0008 for basic pay, infotype 0014 for recurring payments/deductions).
  Configuration Review: Ensure that the payroll area and pension plan configurations are set up correctly in the system. This may involve checking the settings in transaction codes like SPRO for payroll configuration.
  Employee Status Check: Review the status of the employees selected for payroll processing. Ensure that they are active and eligible for payroll processing.
  Run Payroll Simulation: If possible, run a payroll simulation for the affected personnel numbers to identify any specific issues that may arise during the actual payroll run.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes that may affect payroll processing, such as:
  
  Infotype 0000 (Actions)
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay)
  Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide updates related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on payroll processing and pension calculations in the Netherlands.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant specializing in SAP HR and Payroll.