How To Fix HRPAY99PM186 - Background event &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99PM - Messages for HR Process Manager

• Message number: 186

• Message text: Background event &1 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99PM186 - Background event &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99PM186 indicates that a background event specified in the payroll process does not exist. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing when the system is unable to find a scheduled background job or event that is necessary for the payroll run.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Background Job/Event: The specified background event (e.g., a payroll run or a specific job that should have been scheduled) is not found in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the event is not properly defined or scheduled in the system.
  Timing Issues: The event may not have been triggered yet or may have been deleted or not created due to a previous error.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or access the background event.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Event Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant transaction (e.g., SM37 for job monitoring) and check if the background job/event exists.
  Ensure that the event is correctly configured in the system.
  
  
  
  Schedule the Event:
  
  If the event does not exist, you may need to create or schedule it manually. This can often be done through the transaction code SM36 to create a new background job.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Control Record:
  
  Check the payroll control record (transaction PC00_MXX_CEDT) to ensure that the payroll period is open and that all necessary events are scheduled.
  
  
  
  Check for Errors in Previous Runs:
  
  Review any previous payroll runs for errors that may have prevented the event from being created or executed.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and execute the payroll events.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific configurations or known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  SM36: Define Background Job
  PC00_MXX_CEDT: Payroll Control Record
  
  
  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 SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.