How To Fix HRPAY99PM173 - SUBMIT for process &3 step &4 (in &1) was ended with return code &2

HRPAY99PM173 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99PM - Messages for HR Process Manager

• Message number: 173

• Message text: SUBMIT for process &3 step &4 (in &1) was ended with return code &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99PM173 - SUBMIT for process &3 step &4 (in &1) was ended with return code &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99PM173 typically indicates that a payroll process (specifically, a payroll run) has encountered an issue during execution. The message provides information about the process and step that failed, along with the return code that indicates the nature of the error.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by various factors, including but not limited to:
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or rules.
  Master Data Issues: Missing or incorrect employee master data (e.g., infotypes).
  Technical Errors: Issues in the underlying ABAP code or program logic.
  Authorization Problems: Lack of necessary authorizations for the user executing the payroll.
  System Resource Issues: Insufficient memory or other system resources during the payroll run.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the Return Code: Analyze the return code (&2) provided in the error message. Different return codes indicate different types of issues.
  
  
  Review the Logs: Check the payroll log for detailed error messages. You can access