How To Fix 5C834 - No valid control record found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5C - HR: Messages for Switzerland

• Message number: 834

• Message text: No valid control record found

What causes this issue?

The system could not find a valid control record for this employee.
These are possible reasons:
No valid payroll area was found.
No control record exists for the employee's payroll area.
The period of the control record has not been generated for the period
modifier of the employee's control record.

System Response

The action is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Check the employee's <ZK>Organizational Assignment</> (0001).

Procedure for System Administrators

Check the settings for the payroll area, especially for the control
record and for the payroll periods.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5C834 - No valid control record found ?

  The SAP error message 5C834: No valid control record found typically occurs in the context of data processing, particularly when dealing with batch input sessions or data uploads. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid control record for the batch input session you are trying to process.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Control Record: The control record that defines the parameters for the batch input session may be missing or not created properly.
  Session Status: The batch input session may be in a status that does not allow processing (e.g., it might be locked or already processed).
  Incorrect Session Name: The session name you are trying to access may be incorrect or does not exist.
  Data Corruption: There may be corruption in the data files or the session itself, leading to the absence of a valid control record.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or process the batch input session.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Session Status: Use transaction code SM35 to check the status of the batch input session. Ensure that it is in a processable state (e.g., not locked or already processed).
  Recreate the Session: If the control record is missing, you may need to recreate the batch input session. Ensure that the data is correctly formatted and that the control record is generated properly.
  Verify Session Name: Double-check the session name you are using to ensure it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check for Data Corruption: If you suspect data corruption, you may need to regenerate the data file or session.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and process the batch input session. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM35 (Batch Input Monitoring) and SE37 (Function Module) to troubleshoot further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP's support portal can provide additional insights.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on batch input processing to understand how control records are created and managed.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation.