How To Fix HRPAY99RU_PYD_RMS000 - Open reporting session exists in area &1 for report &2 in period &3 - &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99RU_PYD_RMS - Messages for RMS in PCC

• Message number: 000

• Message text: Open reporting session exists in area &1 for report &2 in period &3 - &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99RU_PYD_RMS000 - Open reporting session exists in area &1 for report &2 in period &3 - &4 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99RU_PYD_RMS000 indicates that there is an open reporting session in the specified area for a particular report during a given period. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or reporting in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Open Reporting Session: The error suggests that there is an existing session that has not been closed or completed for the specified report and period. This can happen if a previous payroll run or report generation was interrupted or not finalized properly.
  Concurrent Processing: Another user or process might be running the same report or payroll process simultaneously, leading to a conflict.
  Locking Mechanism: SAP uses a locking mechanism to prevent multiple users from processing the same data simultaneously. If a session is still active, it will block new sessions for the same report.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Active Sessions: 
  
  Use transaction code SM37 to check for any active jobs or sessions related to the report in question. Look for jobs that are in a "running" or "waiting" state.
  If you find an active session that should not be running, you may need to terminate it.
  
  
  
  Close Open Sessions: 
  
  If you have access, you can manually close the open session. This can often be done through the transaction code PA03 (for HR master data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll processing), depending on the context of the report.
  Ensure that all necessary data is saved before closing any sessions.
  
  
  
  Check for Locks: 
  
  Use transaction code SM12 to check for any locks that might be preventing the report from running. If you find locks that are no longer needed, you can delete them (ensure you have the necessary authorizations).
  
  
  
  Consult with Colleagues: 
  
  If you are in a multi-user environment, check with your colleagues to see if someone else is running the same report or process.
  
  
  
  Retry the Report: 
  
  After ensuring that there are no active sessions or locks, try running the report again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SM37 (Job Monitoring), SM12 (Lock Entries), and PA03 (HR Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, specific versions of SAP may have bugs that are documented in SAP Notes.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific report you are trying to run, as it may have specific requirements or known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be necessary to contact your SAP support team or consult with an SAP expert for further assistance.