How To Fix HCM_PAY_EXCEPTION005 - No payroll results available for selected period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HCM_PAY_EXCEPTION -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: No payroll results available for selected period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HCM_PAY_EXCEPTION005 - No payroll results available for selected period ?

  The SAP error message HCM_PAY_EXCEPTION005 indicates that there are no payroll results available for the selected period in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error typically arises when trying to access payroll information or reports for a specific period where payroll processing has not been completed or results have not been generated.
  Causes:
  
  Payroll Not Processed: The payroll for the selected period has not been run or completed successfully.
  Incorrect Period Selection: The user may have selected a period for which payroll results do not exist.
  Data Issues: There may be issues with employee master data or payroll configuration that prevent payroll results from being generated.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view payroll results for the selected period.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical problems in the system that prevent the retrieval of payroll results.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Run Payroll: Ensure that the payroll has been processed for the selected period. If it has not been run, initiate the payroll process.
  Check Period Selection: Verify that the correct period is selected. Ensure that you are looking for results in the right month and year.
  Review Payroll Logs: Check the payroll processing logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why results were not generated.
  Check Employee Data: Ensure that the employee master data is complete and correct. Missing or incorrect data can prevent payroll from being processed.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that the user has the necessary permissions to access payroll results for the selected period.
  Consult Technical Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll processing) and PC00_MXX_CEDT (for payroll results display).
  Payroll Control Record: Check the payroll control record to ensure that it is set up correctly for the period in question.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on payroll processing and error handling.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payroll processing and error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.