How To Fix 3G110 - Simulation payroll run for &2 could not take place

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Simulation payroll run for &2 could not take place

What causes this issue?

It was not possible to simulate the payroll run for this employee. The
function module HR_PAYROLL returned the return code &V1&.

How to fix this error?

Check the consistency of the start parameter for the report. Try to
directly perform the simulation payroll run for the employee.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G110 - Simulation payroll run for &2 could not take place ?

  The SAP error message "3G110 Simulation payroll run for &2 could not take place" typically indicates that there was an issue during the simulation of a payroll run for a specific employee or group of employees. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving it.
  Possible Causes:
  
  
  Missing Master Data: The employee master data (such as infotypes) may be incomplete or missing. This can include missing personal data, organizational assignment, or payroll-related infotypes.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the payroll configuration settings in the system. This could involve incorrect payroll area settings, wage types, or other configuration parameters.
  
  
  Time Evaluation Issues: If time evaluation has not been processed correctly, it can lead to issues in the payroll simulation. Ensure that time data is available and correctly processed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll run may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the simulation.
  
  
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues such as program errors, system performance issues, or database problems.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Master Data: Verify that all necessary infotypes for the employee(s) involved are complete and accurate. This includes checking for missing or incorrect entries in infotypes like 0001 (Organizational Assignment), 0002 (Personal Data), and any payroll-specific infotypes.
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly. Check the payroll area, wage types, and any other relevant settings in the configuration.
  
  
  Run Time Evaluation: If applicable, ensure that time evaluation has been run successfully for the employees before attempting the payroll simulation.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Confirm that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute the payroll simulation. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  Analyze Logs: Review the payroll logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue. You can access these logs through transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC or PC00_MXX_CEDT.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide patches and updates.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team for further investigation, especially if there are indications of system performance or database issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll calculation
  PC00_MXX_CEDT: Payroll results display
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  
  
  
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help files related to payroll processing and simulation to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to successfully run the payroll simulation.