How To Fix 5K303 - Data does not exist in PCL4 for employee &1 and run id &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5K - HR: Messages for Canada

• Message number: 303

• Message text: Data does not exist in PCL4 for employee &1 and run id &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5K303 - Data does not exist in PCL4 for employee &1 and run id &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5K303 indicates that there is no data available in the PCL4 table for a specific employee and run ID. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, where the system is trying to access payroll results for an employee but cannot find the relevant data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payroll Results: The most common cause is that the payroll results for the specified employee and run ID have not been generated or have been deleted.
  Incorrect Run ID: The run ID specified may be incorrect or does not correspond to a payroll run that has been executed.
  Data Archiving: If the payroll results have been archived, they may no longer be available in the PCL4 table.
  Employee Not Processed: The employee may not have been included in the payroll run for the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Results: Verify if the payroll results for the employee and run ID exist. You can do this by using transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll) to check the payroll results.
  Run Payroll: If the payroll has not been run for the employee, you will need to execute the payroll process for the relevant period.
  Verify Run ID: Ensure that the run ID you are using is correct and corresponds to a valid payroll run.
  Check Archiving Settings: If data archiving is in place, check the archiving settings to see if the data has been archived and if it can be retrieved.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the payroll processing for the employee, consult with your HR or payroll team to ensure that the employee was included in the payroll run.
  
  Related Information:
  
  PCL4 Table: This table stores payroll results for employees. It is crucial for payroll reporting and analysis.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area), PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Results), and PC00_MXX_CWTR (Payroll Simulation).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payroll processing or the PCL4 table.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.