We have also included some unique features in this book that make it stand out from other study materials available in the market. For example, all the questions in this book are in multiple-choice format, which is the same format used in the actual exam. Additionally, both authors of this book have themselves cleared the SAP HCM Payroll certification exam, so you can be sure that the information provided is accurate and reliable.
Our goal is to help you prepare for the SAP HCM Payroll certification exam in the most effective way possible. So, let’s get started!
Before you get started, it's worth noting that this certification builds on basic consultant skills and experience, which is then honed through practical experience on several projects. The exam is designed to validate whether you, as a payroll consultant with a focus on SAP, have the advanced business skills and ability to apply methodologies and tools required for success in the field.
When it comes to taking the exam, you'll have three hours to answer 80 mostly multiple-choice questions. The good news is that there's no penalty for getting an answer wrong, but some questions may have more than one correct answer. In those cases, you'll need to get all the options correct to earn points.
For single-answer questions, you'll simply select one answer from the options provided. For questions with multiple correct answers, you'll be able to select all that apply using tick boxes.
During the exam, you won't be allowed to use any reference materials, online documentation, or any SAP system. But don't worry, if you pass the exam, it won't guarantee you a job. However, it will certainly open up many doors for you, especially if you gain some project experience to go along with your certification.
That's where this book comes in handy! It's the only material on the market specifically tailored to the SAP HCM Payroll Certification exam, and it includes over 200 authentic multiple-choice questions that test the same concepts you'll encounter on the real test. Plus, the authors have personally cleared the exam, so they know what they're talking about.
Here are a few sample questions and answers:
1): What is the purpose of the payroll driver program?
A) To update infotype
0003
B) To perform retroactive
accounting calculations
C) To update infotype
0008
D) To perform payroll
calculations
Answer: The correct answer is D. The payroll driver program is responsible for performing payroll calculations for employees based on their master data and the configuration of the payroll schema. It takes into account employee-specific data such as wage types, tax exemptions, and time data to determine the employee's net pay. The other options listed, updating infotypes 0003 and 0008, and performing retroactive accounting calculations, are not related to the payroll driver program's purpose.
2) What is a payroll schema in SAP Payroll?
A) A data structure
that defines the organization's payroll structure
B) A set of rules
that defines how payroll calculations are performed
C) A report that
displays payroll results for employees
D) A table that
stores employee master data
Answer: The correct answer is B. A payroll schema is a set of rules that defines how payroll calculations are performed in SAP Payroll. It contains a sequence of payroll processing operations, each of which calculates specific payroll elements like gross pay, taxes, and deductions. The payroll schema determines the order in which these operations are executed and how they interact with each other. The other options listed are not accurate definitions of a payroll schema.
3) How do you create a payroll area in SAP Payroll?
A) Use the transaction
code PA03
B) Use the transaction
code PA40
C) Use the transaction
code PU03
D) Use the transaction
code PE03
Answer: The correct
answer is A. Use the transaction code PA03. The transaction code
PA03 is used to create a payroll area in SAP Payroll. A payroll area is
a geographical or organizational unit within the company for which payroll
is processed. The payroll area determines the period for which payroll
is processed, the wage types that are used, and the payment methods that
are used. The other transaction codes listed, PA40, PU03, and PE03, are
not used to create a payroll area in SAP Payroll.
4) Which of the following statements about payroll clusters is true?
A. Payroll clusters
store payroll results for a specific period of time
B. Payroll clusters
store employee master data
C. Payroll clusters
are used to calculate gross pay
D. Payroll clusters
are updated every time payroll is run
Answer: The correct answer is A. Payroll clusters are used to store payroll results for a specific period of time, typically a pay period. They do not store employee master data, which is stored in the employee master record. Payroll clusters are used to calculate net pay, not gross pay, and they are not updated every time payroll is run.
5) Which of the following statements about retroactive accounting in SAP HCM Payroll is true?
A. Retroactive accounting
is used to calculate employee tax liabilities
B. Retroactive accounting
is used to correct errors in payroll calculations
C. Retroactive accounting
is used to calculate overtime pay for employees
D. Retroactive accounting
is used to track employee attendance
Answer: The correct answer is B. Retroactive accounting is used to correct errors in payroll calculations for a previous pay period. For example, if an employee's pay was calculated incorrectly due to a mistake in the payroll schema, retroactive accounting can be used to correct the error and adjust the employee's pay for the previous pay period.
What is the purpose
of a payroll result cluster in SAP HCM Payroll?
A. To store employee
tax information
B. To store employee
payroll results for a specific period of time
C. To store employee
attendance information
D. To store employee
wage type information
Answer: The correct answer is B. A payroll result cluster in SAP HCM Payroll is used to store employee payroll results for a specific period of time, typically a pay period. It contains information such as the employee's gross pay, net pay, and taxes. This information can be used for reporting and analysis purposes.
So, if you're just starting out and looking to get certified, this book can be the perfect first step on your journey to success in the SAP world!
| Overall, The SAP HCM Payroll certification is a valuable credential for anyone looking to build a career in SAP HCM. It validates your skills and knowledge in payroll processing, configuration, and reporting. By becoming certified, you demonstrate to potential employers that you have the expertise required to work with SAP HCM Payroll. |  |
