How To Fix HRPAYAE057 - Payroll result for selected period not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAE - Mesasge class for package PCAE

• Message number: 057

• Message text: Payroll result for selected period not found

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAE057 - Payroll result for selected period not found ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAE057 indicates that the payroll result for the selected period could not be found. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when trying to access payroll results for a specific employee or period.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Payroll Run Executed: The most common cause is that a payroll run has not been executed for the specified period. If payroll has not been processed, there will be no results to retrieve.
  
  
  Incorrect Period Selection: The selected period may not correspond to a period for which payroll has been processed. This could happen if the user is looking for results in a future period or a period that has been closed.
  
  
  Data Deletion: Payroll results may have been deleted or archived, which can lead to the absence of results for the specified period.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view payroll results for the selected employee or period.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or related settings that prevent the payroll results from being generated or accessed.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payroll Execution: Verify that the payroll run has been executed for the selected period. You can do this by checking the payroll processing logs or using transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is the country-specific payroll driver).
  
  
  Verify Period Selection: Ensure that the period you are trying to access is correct and corresponds to a period for which payroll has been processed. Check the payroll calendar and ensure you are looking at the right time frame.
  
  
  Review Data Deletion/Archiving: Check if the payroll results have been archived or deleted. If they have been archived, you may need to retrieve them from the archive.
  
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to view payroll results. This can be checked in the user roles and authorizations.
  
  
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect configuration issues, consult with your SAP HR functional consultant to review the payroll configuration and ensure everything is set up correctly.
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA03 (to check payroll areas) or PC00_MXX_CEDT (to display payroll results) to further investigate the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CEDT (Display Payroll Results), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to payroll processing and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing for your specific country version, as there may be country-specific considerations.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.