How To Fix 76016 - Error when reading payroll driver version (country grouping &1)

76016 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 76 - HR: Error Messages in Payroll Calendar

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Error when reading payroll driver version (country grouping &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 76016 - Error when reading payroll driver version (country grouping &1) ?

  The SAP error message 76016, which states "Error when reading payroll driver version (country grouping &1)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to retrieve the payroll driver version for the specified country grouping, which can be due to several reasons.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The payroll driver version for the specified country grouping may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Transport Issues: If the payroll driver version was recently transported from another system, there may have been issues during the transport process.
  Version Not Available: The payroll driver version for the specified country grouping may not exist in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payroll driver version.
  System Upgrade or Patch: If the system has been recently upgraded or patched, it may have affected the availability of the payroll