How To Fix HRPAY99OC398 - Error in set_table_for_first_display method for advance payments

HRPAY99OC398 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 398

• Message text: Error in set_table_for_first_display method for advance payments

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99OC398 - Error in set_table_for_first_display method for advance payments ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99OC398 typically indicates an issue in the method set_table_for_first_display related to advance payments in the HR module. This error can arise due to various reasons, including data inconsistencies, configuration issues, or problems with the underlying logic in the program.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be missing or incorrect data in the infotypes related to advance payments, such as employee master data or payroll data.
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings for advance payments in the payroll module may not be set up correctly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the advance payment data.
  Program Logic Errors: There could be a bug or issue in the custom code or standard program that is being executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Data Integrity:
  
  Verify that all relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0001, IT0008, IT0014) are correctly populated for the employee in question.
  Ensure that there are no missing entries or inconsistencies in the advance