How To Fix HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_SIMU004 - SIMU: IT0003 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_SIMU - Messages for Class CL_HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_SIMU

• Message number: 004

• Message text: SIMU: IT0003 does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_SIMU004 - SIMU: IT0003 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_PAYROLL_SIMU004 with the description "SIMU: IT0003 does not exist" typically occurs during payroll simulation when the system is unable to find the infotype 0003 (Payroll Status) for the employee being processed. This infotype is crucial for payroll calculations as it contains important information about the employee's payroll status.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Infotype Record: The most common cause of this error is that the infotype 0003 has not been maintained for the employee in question. This could happen if the employee is newly hired and the payroll status has not yet been set up.
  Incorrect Personnel Number: The personnel number being processed may be incorrect or does not exist in the system.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's master data that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary infotype.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll simulation may not have the necessary authorizations to view the infotype data.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype 0003: 
  
  Go to the employee's master data (Transaction PA30) and check if infotype 0003 exists for the employee. If it does not exist, you will need to create it.
  If the employee is new, ensure that the payroll status is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Personnel Number: 
  
  Ensure that the personnel number you are using in the payroll simulation is correct and corresponds to an existing employee in the system.
  
  
  
  Maintain Employee Data: 
  
  If the infotype is missing, you may need to maintain the employee's data by creating or updating infotype 0003. This can be done through Transaction PA30 or PA40 (for hiring).
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations: 
  
  Ensure that the user executing the payroll simulation has the necessary authorizations to access the employee's infotype data.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR Team: 
  
  If you are unsure about the required data or how to maintain it, consult with your HR team or SAP HR consultant for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0003 (Payroll Status): This infotype contains information about the employee's payroll status, including whether they are active, on leave, or terminated.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA40: Personnel Actions
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to payroll processing or infotype maintenance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully run the payroll simulation.