How To Fix /PRA/ACCOUNTING273 - Suspense reason code is required, only if paycode is '2'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/ACCOUNTING -

• Message number: 273

• Message text: Suspense reason code is required, only if paycode is '2'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING273 - Suspense reason code is required, only if paycode is '2' ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/ACCOUNTING273 indicates that a suspense reason code is required when the paycode is set to '2'. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing or accounting entries where specific conditions must be met for the transaction to be valid.
  Cause:
  
  Paycode Configuration: The paycode '2' is likely associated with a specific type of payment or transaction that requires additional information, such as a suspense reason code. This is often used in payroll systems to categorize payments that cannot be processed normally.
  Missing Data: The error occurs when the system detects that the required suspense reason code is not provided in the transaction or entry being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Paycode Settings: Review the configuration of paycode '2' in the SAP system. Ensure that it is set up correctly and that it indeed requires a suspense reason code.
  Provide Suspense Reason Code: When processing the transaction, ensure that a valid suspense reason code is entered if the paycode is '2'. This may involve:
  
  Updating the payroll or accounting entry to include the suspense reason code.
  Ensuring that the user interface or data entry form prompts for this information when the paycode is '2'.
  
  
  Validation Rules: If you have access to the configuration settings, you may want to check if there are any validation rules that can be adjusted to either enforce or relax the requirement for the suspense reason code based on business needs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for your specific module (e.g., SAP Payroll, SAP Financial Accounting) to understand the implications of paycodes and suspense reason codes.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in data entry or transaction processing are trained on the importance of providing the necessary information when using specific paycodes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to troubleshoot further and ensure that the system is configured correctly.
  
  By addressing the cause of the error and ensuring that the necessary data is provided, you should be able to resolve the issue and proceed with the transaction.