How To Fix HRPAYAT00018 - There is no ER account number &1 in table &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT00 - HR-AT: Messages (General)

• Message number: 018

• Message text: There is no ER account number &1 in table &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT00018 - There is no ER account number &1 in table &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT00018 indicates that there is no ER (Employer) account number found in the specified table. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly in the Austrian payroll module (as suggested by the "AT" in the error code).
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The error usually occurs when the system is trying to access an employer account number that has not been maintained in the relevant table. This could be due to:
  
  The employer account number not being created or incorrectly entered.
  The relevant configuration or master data not being set up properly in the system.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: If the payroll configuration is not set up correctly, it may lead to the system looking for an account number that does not exist.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues that resulted in missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Table: Identify the table mentioned in the error message (denoted as &2) and check if the account number (&1) exists. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction SE11 (Data Dictionary) to view the table.
  Running a query to see if the account number is present.
  
  
  
  Maintain the Account Number: If the account number is missing, you will need to create or maintain it. This can typically be done through:
  
  Transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to add or update the employer account number.
  Transaction code SM30 to maintain table entries directly if applicable.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly. This may involve checking:
  
  Payroll area settings.
  Employer account settings in the payroll configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll module you are using. There may be specific instructions or notes that address this error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30, SM30, and SE11 for data maintenance and configuration checks.
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRPAYAT00018 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Testing: After making changes, ensure to test the payroll run to confirm that the error has been resolved and that the payroll process completes successfully.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.