How To Fix HRBEN00PAYROLL006 - Error reading payroll cluster &1 for sequential number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00PAYROLL - Error messages for Benefits - Payroll

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Error reading payroll cluster &1 for sequential number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00PAYROLL006 - Error reading payroll cluster &1 for sequential number &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00PAYROLL006 indicates that there is an issue with reading the payroll cluster for a specific employee or payroll period. This error typically occurs during the payroll processing in the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with benefits or payroll data.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The payroll cluster data for the specified employee or period may be missing or not yet generated.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or in the benefits module that prevent the system from accessing the required data.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll process may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payroll cluster data.
  Database Issues: There could be issues with the database, such as corruption or connectivity problems, that prevent the system from reading the payroll cluster.
  Incorrect Sequential Number: The sequential number provided in the error message may not correspond to any existing payroll data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Data: Verify that the payroll data for the specified employee and period has been generated. You can do this by checking the relevant payroll cluster tables (e.g., PCL1, PCL2).
  Run Payroll: If the payroll has not been run for the specified period, execute the payroll process to generate the necessary data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the payroll schema and benefits module to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access payroll data. You may need to consult with your SAP security team.
  Database Integrity: If you suspect database issues, work with your database administrator to check for any corruption or connectivity problems.
  Correct Sequential Number: Verify that the sequential number provided in the error message is correct and corresponds to an existing payroll record.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), or PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Results) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search the SAP Support Portal for relevant notes.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HR documentation for more details on payroll processing and cluster tables.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to engage SAP support for further assistance.