How To Fix HRGB_PAE340 - PAE Error; Payroll Simulation failed. Check payroll log (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_PAE - HR: Messages for pension auto enrolment

• Message number: 340

• Message text: PAE Error; Payroll Simulation failed. Check payroll log (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_PAE340 - PAE Error; Payroll Simulation failed. Check payroll log (&1) ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_PAE340 indicates that there was a failure during the payroll simulation process in the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically related to the Payroll Accounting Engine (PAE). This error typically arises when there are issues with the payroll data or configuration that prevent the simulation from completing successfully.
  Causes of the Error
  
  
  Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect data in the employee master records, infotypes, or payroll-related tables. This can include missing wage types, incorrect time data, or invalid entries.
  
  
  Configuration Errors: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly. This can include issues with the payroll schema, rules, or operations that are not defined properly.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll simulation may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or perform the simulation.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues, such as database problems, system performance issues, or bugs in the SAP system.
  
  
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, they may be causing the simulation to fail.
  
  
  Solutions
  
  
  Check Payroll Log: The first step is to check the payroll log as indicated in the error message. The log will provide detailed information about what went wrong during the simulation. You can access the log through transaction code PC00_MXX_CALC (where XX is the country code).
  
  
  Review Employee Data: Verify that all necessary employee data is complete and accurate. Check infotypes related to payroll, such as infotype 0000 (Actions), 0001 (Organizational Assignment), 0002 (Personal Data), 0008 (Basic Pay), and any other relevant infotypes.
  
  
  Validate Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that the payroll schema and rules are correctly defined and that all necessary wage types are configured.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to perform payroll simulations. This can be checked in transaction SU53 or by consulting with your security team.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll process to identify any custom code or enhancements that may be causing the failure.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues related to the error message HRGB_PAE340.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance, providing them with the error details and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC for payroll processing and PC00_MXX_CEDT for payroll log display.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and the Payroll Accounting Engine for best practices and troubleshooting tips.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRGB_PAE340 error and implement a solution to resolve it.