How To Fix 5Z044 - Personal data table is empty (check payroll results)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Personal data table is empty (check payroll results)

What causes this issue?

No personal data is available in payroll for the specified date.

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?

Check whether payroll results are available for the specified date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z044 - Personal data table is empty (check payroll results) ?

  The SAP error message 5Z044, which states "Personal data table is empty (check payroll results)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary personal data for an employee in the relevant tables, which is essential for processing payroll results.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Personal Data: The employee's personal data may not have been entered or may have been deleted from the system.
  Incorrect Infotype Records: The relevant infotypes (such as IT0002 for personal data) may not be correctly maintained or may be missing.
  Payroll Results Not Generated: Payroll results may not have been generated for the employee, leading to an absence of data in the payroll tables.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data due to changes in employee status or other updates that were not properly reflected in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or process the employee's data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Personal Data: Verify that the employee's personal data is correctly maintained in the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0002). Ensure that all required fields are filled out.
  Review Payroll Results: Check if payroll results have been generated for the employee. You can do this by using transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT or by checking the payroll log.
  Maintain Infotypes: If personal data is missing, you may need to create or update the necessary infotype records for the employee.
  Run Payroll: If payroll results are missing, run the payroll process for the employee to generate the necessary data.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and process the employee's data.
  Consult with HR Team: If the issue persists, consult with your HR team or SAP support to investigate further and resolve any underlying data issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC_PAYRESULT (Display Payroll Results).
  Infotypes: Understand the importance of infotypes in SAP HR, especially those related to personal data (e.g., IT0002, IT0001).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide patches and updates.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation and user manuals for guidance on maintaining employee data and processing payroll.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.