How To Fix CTE_HCM_PY009 - System setup does not support posting of test payroll documents.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTE_HCM_PY - ERP - Concur Integration: HCM Payroll Postings

• Message number: 009

• Message text: System setup does not support posting of test payroll documents.

Diagnosis
The posting of test user documents is not active, therefore, these
documents will not be posted.
Procedure
If you want to allow the posting of test user documents, enable this
function in the <ZK>General Settings </>step of the <ZK>Setting Up the
Payroll Impo</>rt wizard.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTE_HCM_PY009 - System setup does not support posting of test payroll documents. ?

  The SAP error message CTE_HCM_PY009 indicates that the system setup does not support the posting of test payroll documents. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing when the system is configured in a way that does not allow for the posting of test payroll results.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to restrict the posting of test payroll documents. This can happen if the payroll area or the specific configuration settings for payroll processing do not allow for test runs to be posted.
  Test Payroll Run: The payroll run being executed is marked as a test run, and the system is set up to prevent posting of results from test runs to ensure that only finalized payroll results are posted.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the posting of test payroll documents.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the payroll area configuration in the SAP system.
  Ensure that the settings for test payroll runs allow for posting. This may involve checking the configuration in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Payroll settings.
  Look for settings related to "Test Payroll" and ensure that the system is configured to allow posting if that is required.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll in Production Mode:
  
  If you need to post payroll results, consider running the payroll in production mode instead of test mode. This will allow the results to be posted as intended.
  
  
  
  Review Authorization:
  
  Check the user authorizations to ensure that the user executing the payroll run has the necessary permissions to post payroll documents.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP support team for specific configuration settings related to your version of SAP and the payroll module you are using.
  
  
  
  Testing in a Different Environment:
  
  If you are testing payroll processes, consider using a dedicated test environment where the configuration allows for posting test payroll documents.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on configuration settings.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP Help documentation for the payroll module to understand the implications of test runs and posting configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and configure your system to support the posting of test payroll documents if that is necessary for your processes.