How To Fix GP863 - &1: An empty transaction table was transferred

GP863 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 863

• Message text: &1: An empty transaction table was transferred

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP863 - &1: An empty transaction table was transferred ?

  The SAP error message GP863, which states "An empty transaction table was transferred," typically occurs in the context of SAP's Global Payroll or related modules when a transaction table that is expected to contain data is found to be empty. This can happen during payroll processing or when attempting to transfer data between systems.
  Causes:
  
  No Data Available: The most common cause is that there are no records in the transaction table for the specified period or criteria.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to fetch data may be too restrictive, leading to no records being selected.
  Data Transfer Issues: There may be issues with the data transfer process, such as incorrect configuration or mapping.
  Timing Issues: The payroll run may not have been executed properly, or the data may not have been updated in the system before the transfer.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations may prevent the system from accessing the required data.
  
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