How To Fix HRPAY99PM421 - The status tables are not written in program &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99PM - Messages for HR Process Manager

• Message number: 421

• Message text: The status tables are not written in program &1

What causes this issue?

Program &V1& processes persons (it uses logical database PNPCE). However
, the status tables are not written.

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Method <LS>SET_STATUS</> of class <LS>CL_HR_PM_STATUS_MANAGER</> is used
to write status tables.
To access the method in program &V1&, we recommend that you use include
<LS>RPUPMF10</>. We also recommend that you access form routine
<LS>PM_REJECT</> or <LS>PM_SUCCESS</> wherever the status of a personnel
number is determined.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99PM421 - The status tables are not written in program &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99PM421 indicates that the status tables are not being written in a specific program, which is typically related to payroll processing in the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and finding a solution involves several steps.
  Cause:
  
  Program Logic Issues: The program specified in the error message may have logic that prevents it from writing to the status tables. This could be due to missing or incorrect coding.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll process may not have the necessary authorizations to write to the status tables.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll schema or related infotypes that are not set up correctly.
  Data Issues: There could be issues with the data being processed, such as missing or incorrect employee records.
  System Errors: There may be underlying system errors or inconsistencies in the database that prevent the program from executing correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Program Logic: Review the program code (the program indicated by &1 in the error message) to ensure that it is correctly designed to write to the status tables. Look for any conditions that might prevent this action.
  Review Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to execute payroll processes and write to the relevant tables.
  Configuration Review: Check the payroll configuration settings in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary infotypes and schemas are correctly configured.
  Data Validation: Validate the employee data being processed. Ensure that all required fields are filled and that there are no inconsistencies in the employee records.
  Check for System Errors: Look for any system logs or error messages that might indicate underlying issues. You can use transaction codes like SLG1 (Application Log) to check for related logs.
  Debugging: If you have access to debugging tools, you can run the payroll process in debug mode to identify where the failure occurs in the program.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates available that resolve known issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and SLG1 (Application Log).
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and error handling for additional insights.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP Basis or technical team for further investigation and resolution.