How To Fix 3L084 - The payroll run date & is not a working day

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 084

• Message text: The payroll run date & is not a working day

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L084 - The payroll run date & is not a working day ?

  The SAP error message 3L084 indicates that the payroll run date specified is not a working day. This error typically occurs during the payroll processing when the system checks the specified payroll run date against the defined working days in the calendar.
  Cause:
  
  Non-Working Day: The specified payroll run date falls on a weekend or a public holiday that is not considered a working day in the system.
  Calendar Configuration: The work schedule or holiday calendar may not be correctly configured, leading to the payroll run date being marked as a non-working day.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The date entered for the payroll run may have been incorrectly specified.
  
  Solution:
  
  Change the Payroll Run Date: Select a different date for the payroll run that is a working day according to the defined calendar.
  Check the Work Schedule: Review the work schedule and holiday calendar settings in the system to ensure that they are correctly configured. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Personnel Management > Employee Self-Service > Time Management > Define Work Schedules.
  Ensure that the payroll run date falls within the defined working days.
  
  
  Adjust the Calendar: If necessary, adjust the holiday calendar to include or exclude specific days as needed.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the correct payroll run date or calendar settings, consult with your HR or payroll team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA03 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PT03 (Maintain Time Data) to check and adjust employee time data and work schedules.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on configuring work schedules and holiday calendars.
  Testing: After making changes, it is advisable to test the payroll run with a dummy or test employee to ensure that the issue is resolved before proceeding with the actual payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3L084 and successfully process the payroll run.