How To Fix HRPAY99PM705 - Process model &V1& has been or will be used in a process PUST

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99PM - Messages for HR Process Manager

• Message number: 705

• Message text: Process model &V1& has been or will be used in a process PUST

What causes this issue?

It is possible that the process model is not displayed correctily in
PUST if a step is deleted (it is not possible to regenerate parts of the
old process later on).

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?

If processes have changed, copy the model and change the new model.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99PM705 - Process model &V1& has been or will be used in a process PUST ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99PM705 indicates that a specific process model (denoted as &V1&) is being used in a process called PUST (which stands for "Payroll Update Simulation Tool"). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  The error usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Process Model Usage: The specified process model is currently in use or has been flagged for use in a payroll process, which prevents modifications or certain actions from being performed on it.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings that are not aligned with the current payroll processing requirements.
  Locking Mechanism: The process model might be locked due to ongoing payroll processing activities, preventing any changes or updates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAY99PM705 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Process Model Status:
  
  Verify if the process model is currently in use. You can do this by checking the status of the process model in the SAP system.
  If it is in use, you may need to wait until the current payroll processing is completed.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration settings for the payroll process and the process model are correct and aligned with the requirements.
  Check if any recent changes were made to the process model that could have triggered this error.
  
  
  
  Unlock the Process Model:
  
  If the process model is locked, you may need to unlock it. This typically requires administrative access to the SAP system.
  Consult with your SAP Basis or HCM administrator to unlock the process model if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional insights or recommended actions.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, conduct a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to navigate through the payroll process.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to access and modify payroll-related configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or consult with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.