How To Fix 3G178 - The created posting run contains no documents; Read the long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3G - Payroll: International

• Message number: 178

• Message text: The created posting run contains no documents; Read the long text

What causes this issue?

The system did not find any information relevant to posting when
evaluating payroll results for posting to Accounting. This may have
several causes:
The evaluated payroll results correctly do not contain any wage types
to be posted.
The evaluated payroll results are incorrect.
The specification of posting characteristics for wage types is
incorrect.

System Response

Although the posting run does not contain any payroll documents, the
system has created an index for this posting run. The system will use
this index in the case of a retroactive accounting run for the payroll
results that were evaluated for this posting run. If the system has
used this index because of a retroactive accounting run, you can no
longer delete, reverse or repeat the posting run.

How to fix this error?

Check if it is correct for the posting run not to contain any payroll
documents. If this is <ZH>not</> the case, delete the posting run in
order to prevent the system from evaluating the posting run index in
the case of a retroactive accounting run.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3G178 - The created posting run contains no documents; Read the long text ?

  The SAP error message 3G178, which states "The created posting run contains no documents; Read the long text," typically occurs in the context of financial postings, particularly when dealing with document processing in SAP systems. This error indicates that the posting run you attempted to create did not include any documents for processing.
  Causes:
  
  No Documents Selected: The most common cause is that there are no documents available for the posting run. This could be due to filters applied that exclude all documents.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters set for the posting run may not match any existing documents. For example, date ranges or document types may be too restrictive.
  Document Status: The documents you expect to be included may not be in a status that allows them to be processed (e.g., they may be blocked or already posted).
  Posting Run Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the posting run itself, such as missing settings or incorrect configuration in the relevant transaction codes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Document Selection: Review the selection criteria used for the posting run. Ensure that the criteria are broad enough to include the documents you want to process.
  Review Document Status: Check the status of the documents you expect to be included in the posting run. Ensure they are in a status that allows them to be processed.
  Adjust Parameters: Modify the parameters for the posting run to ensure they align with the documents you want to include. This may involve changing date ranges, document types, or other filters.
  Consult Long Text: As suggested by the error message, read the long text associated with the error for additional context or specific instructions related to your situation.
  Check Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the posting run in the relevant transaction codes (e.g., FB50, F-02, etc.) to ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant transaction codes for posting runs, such as FB50 (General Ledger), F-02 (Document Entry), or others depending on your specific use case.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to create posting runs and access the documents in question.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who can provide more tailored assistance based on your specific SAP environment and configuration.