How To Fix HRCALCOREPORT046 - No payroll result was found for the period indicated

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRCALCOREPORT - Messages for payroll reports (CO)

• Message number: 046

• Message text: No payroll result was found for the period indicated

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRCALCOREPORT046 - No payroll result was found for the period indicated ?

  The SAP error message HRCALCOREPORT046 indicates that no payroll results were found for the specified period when trying to generate a payroll report. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Payroll Run Executed: The most common reason is that a payroll run has not been executed for the specified period. If payroll processing has not been completed, there will be no results to report.
  
  
  Incorrect Period Selection: The period specified in the report may not correspond to a period for which payroll has been processed. This could be due to selecting the wrong month or year.
  
  
  Data Not Posted: Even if a payroll run was executed, the results may not have been posted to the database. This can happen if there were errors during the payroll run that prevented posting.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user running the report may not have the necessary authorizations to view payroll results for the specified period.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the SAP system, such as database inconsistencies or problems with the payroll processing program.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payroll Processing: Verify that the payroll run has been executed for the specified period. You can do this by checking the payroll results in the relevant transaction (e.g., PC_PAYRESULT).
  
  
  Verify Period Selection: Ensure that the correct period is selected in the report parameters. Double-check the month and year to ensure they match the payroll run.
  
  
  Review Payroll Logs: If a payroll run was executed, review the payroll logs for any errors or warnings that may indicate why results were not posted.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access payroll results. This may require coordination with your SAP security team.
  
  
  Consult Technical Support: If the issue persists, it may be necessary to 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:
  
  PC_PAYRESULT: To view payroll results.
  PA03: To check payroll area settings.
  PC00_MXX_CALC: To run payroll for a specific period.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on payroll processing and reporting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to payroll processing and reporting.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.