How To Fix HRPAY99OC044 - Payment number & is incorrect

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99OC - International payroll accounting, off-cycle

• Message number: 044

• Message text: Payment number & is incorrect

What causes this issue?

The specified payment number does not match the number of the payment
selected for reversal.

System Response

The payment cannot be reversed.

How to fix this error?

Enter the correct check number or bank transfer number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99OC044 - Payment number & is incorrect ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99OC044, which states "Payment number & is incorrect," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the payment number being referenced in the payroll process.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Payment Number: The payment number being referenced does not exist in the system or is not valid for the current payroll run.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the payroll settings that lead to the system not recognizing the payment number.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors when inputting payment numbers can lead to this issue.
  Missing Data: The payment number may not have been generated due to missing or incomplete data in the payroll process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to access the payment number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Payment Number: Check the payment number being referenced in the error message. Ensure that it is correct and exists in the system.
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly for the payment process.
  Review Payroll Results: Look at the payroll results for the employee in question to see if the payment number was generated correctly.
  Reprocess Payroll: If the payment number is missing or incorrect, you may need to reprocess the payroll for the affected period.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and process payroll data.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance related to the error message.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate further.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.