How To Fix HRPAY99BUFFER001 - No results exist in cluster &1 for the selected area

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99BUFFER - Messages for PCLx buffer administration

• Message number: 001

• Message text: No results exist in cluster &1 for the selected area

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99BUFFER001 - No results exist in cluster &1 for the selected area ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99BUFFER001 indicates that there are no results available in the specified cluster for the selected area. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when accessing payroll-related data in the Human Resources (HR) module.
  Cause:
  
  No Data in Cluster: The most common cause is that there is no payroll data stored in the specified cluster for the employee or the period you are trying to access.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to retrieve the data may be incorrect, leading to no results being found.
  Data Not Processed: Payroll may not have been processed for the employee for the specified period, resulting in no entries in the relevant cluster.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the data, leading to the perception that no data exists.
  Cluster Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll clusters in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Processing: Ensure that payroll has been processed for the employee for the relevant period. If not, run the payroll process.
  Verify Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria you are using to ensure they are correct and relevant to the data you are trying to access.
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's master data to ensure that all necessary information is correctly maintained and that the employee is active in the system.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the payroll data. This can be checked with the security team or by reviewing the user's roles and permissions.
  Cluster Data Check: Use transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CEDT (where MXX is the country-specific payroll) to check if the data exists in the relevant cluster. You can also use transaction SE11 to view the cluster tables directly.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Clusters in SAP HR: In SAP HR, payroll data is stored in clusters (e.g., PCL1, PCL2, etc.). Each cluster corresponds to different types of payroll data.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for payroll processing and data retrieval, such as PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area), PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Results), and SE16 (Data Browser).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. You can search for the error message number or related keywords in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll.