C_THR86_2411 Questions and Answers

To control visibility of the current cycle's compensation statements while allowing access to past statements, use specific settings on the current year’s statements:

Option C: "Under the permissions of the current statement(s), change the setting to Generated statements are not viewable."

By changing the settings of the current year’s statement to "Generated statements are not viewable," you can control access to the current cycle’s statements without impacting previous years. This option is effective for validation purposes as it restricts visibility for current statements while keeping historical statements accessible.

When the currency conversion table is updated during a planning period, in-progress forms reflect these changes dynamically.

Option C: "Change is dynamic to in-progress forms."

In SAP SuccessFactors Compensation, currency conversion updates affect in-progress worksheets immediately and dynamically without the need for manual updates. This feature ensures accurate currency data throughout the planning period.

To configure eligibility based on tenure, you can use the Hire Date field in SAP SuccessFactors to determine how long an employee has been with the company.

Option B: "Check the Hire Date field to see if the employee started at least 2 years ago."

By configuring an eligibility rule that references the Hire Date, you can set criteria to check if the employee’s start date is at least two years before the form’s effective date. This ensures only employees with over two years of tenure are eligible for the Lump Sum.

When importing a compensation-specific User Data File (UDF) in SAP SuccessFactors Compensation, selecting "Assign default required field values for new users if none specified" in provisioning helps auto-fill necessary fields. However, certain fields must still be present for the import to function correctly:

USERID: This column uniquely identifies each employee and is mandatory as it links users to their respective records.

STATUS: This field indicates whether the user is active, inactive, or terminated, which is essential for proper processing in the compensation module. These fields are foundational to user records and are required for accurate data synchronization.References: SAP SuccessFactors Compensation Implementation Guide – Required Fields for User Data File Import.

When Salary Proration is used with a proration percentage (50% in this case) rather than dates, it affects both the guideline range and the total increase.

Proration Impact on Guideline Range and Total Increase

Guideline Adjustment: Since the proration is set to 50%, the guideline range (normally 4-6%) is adjusted by 50%, resulting in a prorated guideline of 2-3%.

Total Increase Calculation: When the planner enters a $1,000 merit increase, the proration factor is applied, resulting in a final increase of $500 (50% of $1,000).

Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Options A and B show the original guideline (4-6%), which does not reflect the proration adjustment.

Option D incorrectly calculates the total increase without applying the 50% proration.

Reference Documentation

SAP SuccessFactors Compensation Guide on Salary Proration and Merit Guidelines.

To check for breaks in the Planning Manager Hierarchy in SAP SuccessFactors Compensation, you can use the following methods:

Export troubleshooting information from the Define Planners screen: This option allows you to download a file that shows detailed planner hierarchy information, enabling you to identify gaps or breaks in the structure.

Use the Check Tool: The Check Tool provides a systematic review of the manager hierarchy, highlighting inconsistencies that may cause issues in planning workflows. These tools help ensure a seamless and complete hierarchy, preventing disruptions in the compensation planning process.References: SAP SuccessFactors Compensation User Guide – Troubleshooting and Hierarchy Management.

In SAP SuccessFactors Compensation, when a field requires planners to select from a pre-defined list of reasons (enumerated values) for categorizing lump sum reasons, it’s essential to set up an editable string field with enumerated values.

Configuring an Editable Field with Enumerated Values

Enumerated values allow you to create a drop-down list of predefined options that planners can select from, ensuring standardized data entry.

The field should be configured as editable so that planners can choose from the list on the worksheet, providing clear reasoning for each lump sum entry.

Why Option C is CorrectThis option provides a list (enumeration) that is required to capture structured data for reporting and analysis purposes. It also enables consistent categorization by offering selectable reasons, reducing manual data entry errors.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Option A and D (read-only fields) do not allow planner input and therefore cannot be used for selections.

Option B (editable string without enumerated values) would allow free text, which doesn’t ensure consistent categorization.

Reference Documentation

SAP SuccessFactors Compensation Configuration Guide: Configuring Editable Fields and Enumerated Values.

SAP Help Portal: Field and Custom Column Setup in Compensation.

In SAP SuccessFactors Compensation, comments can be required to provide context or justification for certain compensation decisions, without the need for custom validations.

Force Comments Based on Actions Taken or Not Taken

Option A: When an employee is awarded a raise, stock, or options, SuccessFactors can be configured to prompt a mandatory comment. This is managed through standard settings without custom validation.

Option C: Conversely, if an employee does not receive a raise, stock, or options, a forced comment rule can ensure planners justify this decision.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect

Options B and D are not standard triggers for forced comments in SAP SuccessFactors Compensation. These types of validations would typically require custom validation logic.

Reference Documentation

SAP SuccessFactors Compensation Guide on Standard Comment Rules and Force Comment Settings.