How To Fix HRMS_BIW_RECON009 - Error while reading payroll result: employee &1, sequence number &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRMS_BIW_RECON - BW: Reconcilation

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Error while reading payroll result: employee &1, sequence number &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRMS_BIW_RECON009 - Error while reading payroll result: employee &1, sequence number &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRMS_BIW_RECON009 indicates that there is an issue while reading the payroll result for a specific employee and sequence number. This error typically arises in the context of SAP BW (Business Warehouse) when trying to extract payroll data for reporting or analysis.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payroll Results: The payroll results for the specified employee and sequence number may not exist in the database. This can happen if the payroll has not been processed for that employee or if the data has been archived.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the payroll data, such as missing entries or incorrect sequence numbers.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payroll results for the specified employee.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the BW extraction process or the underlying database.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Processing: Verify that the payroll has been processed for the employee in question. You can do this by checking the payroll results in the HR module (transaction code PC00_MXX_CALC).
  Review Data Archiving: If the payroll results have been archived, you may need to retrieve them from the archive or ensure that the relevant data is available in the database.
  Validate Sequence Number: Ensure that the sequence number provided in the error message is correct and corresponds to a valid payroll run for the employee.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access payroll data. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  Technical Troubleshooting: If the issue persists, it may require technical troubleshooting. Check the BW extraction settings, and ensure that the data source is correctly configured. You may also want to look at the logs for any additional error messages that could provide more context.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and SE16 (Data Browser) to investigate payroll results.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message. You can search for the error message or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and BW extraction to ensure that all configurations are correct.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.