How To Fix HRFPM054 - Payroll simulation: Error in error handling (DB error)

HRFPM054 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM - Messages Budget Planning & Budget Execution

• Message number: 054

• Message text: Payroll simulation: Error in error handling (DB error)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRFPM054 - Payroll simulation: Error in error handling (DB error) ?

  The SAP error message HRFPM054, which indicates "Payroll simulation: Error in error handling (DB error)," typically arises during the payroll simulation process in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error suggests that there is a database-related issue that is preventing the payroll simulation from completing successfully.
  Causes:
  
  Database Issues: The error may be due to problems with the database, such as connectivity issues, database locks, or corruption.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the payroll-related tables, which can lead to errors during processing.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration in the payroll settings or master data can also trigger this error.
  Authorization Issues: Lack of proper authorizations for the user executing the payroll simulation can lead to errors.
  System Performance: High load on the database or system performance issues can cause timeouts or failures in processing.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Database Connectivity: Ensure that the database is up and running and that there are no connectivity