How To Fix HRPAY99PM167 - Error when scheduling counterevent &3/&4 (process &1, step &2)

HRPAY99PM167 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99PM - Messages for HR Process Manager

• Message number: 167

• Message text: Error when scheduling counterevent &3/&4 (process &1, step &2)

What causes this issue?

An internal error occurred in the <LS>Job Close</> function module.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

INCLUDE NA_SUPPORT OBJECT DOKU ID TX

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99PM167 - Error when scheduling counterevent &3/&4 (process &1, step &2) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99PM167 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when scheduling counter events in the payroll process. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution requires a systematic approach.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The error may be due to incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or the way counter events are defined.
  Missing Data: Required data for the counter event may be missing or incorrectly maintained in the master data.
  Process Interruption: There may be an interruption in the payroll process, such as a missing step or an incomplete previous process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to schedule the counter event.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as database locks or system performance problems.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the payroll schema and ensure that the counter events are correctly configured. Verify that the relevant infotypes and payroll functions