How To Fix 3G119 - Payroll simulation with document creation is not permitted

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Payroll simulation with document creation is not permitted

What causes this issue?

You have tried to start a posting run to generate documents (live or
simulated). This is only allowed for real payroll results.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If you want to simulate payroll (for example, for Personnel Cost
Planning), do not create any documents.
If you do want to start a run with document creation, deselect the
'Simulate Payroll' parameter (after choosing the 'Cost Planning'
pushbutton).

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G119 - Payroll simulation with document creation is not permitted ?

  The SAP error message 3G119 ("Payroll simulation with document creation is not permitted") typically occurs during the payroll simulation process when the system is configured in a way that does not allow for the creation of accounting documents during the simulation phase. This can happen for various reasons, including system settings or specific configurations in the payroll module.
  Causes:
  
  Configuration Settings: The payroll area or the specific payroll run may be configured to disallow document creation during simulations.
  Payroll Status: The payroll run might be in a status that does not permit document creation.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform a payroll simulation that includes document creation.
  System Parameters: Certain system parameters or settings may restrict document creation during simulations.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the payroll area configuration in the SAP system (usually found in the IMG under Payroll settings).
  Ensure that the settings for the payroll area allow for document creation during simulations.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Status:
  
  Check the status of the payroll run. If the payroll is already completed or locked, you may need to unlock it or create a new simulation run.
  
  
  
  User Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform payroll simulations with document creation. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Adjust Simulation Settings:
  
  If document creation is not required for the simulation, you can adjust the simulation settings to run without document creation. This can often be done in the payroll processing transaction.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and simulations for any specific guidance or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional insights based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC for payroll processing and PC00_MXX_SIMU for payroll simulation.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to error message 3G119 in the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or fixes.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, providing insights or solutions from other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.