How To Fix HRPAYBR_EFD_MSGS015 - Incorrect batch - Empty batch.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBR_EFD_MSGS - Message class for eSocial processing errors

• Message number: 015

• Message text: Incorrect batch - Empty batch.

What causes this issue?

This event batch is void or empty.

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?

Check whether the batch has events in the batch monitor.
In case of inconsistencies in the batch structure, inform SAP about the
problem by opening an incident on the component PY-BR.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBR_EFD_MSGS015 - Incorrect batch - Empty batch. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBR_EFD_MSGS015: Incorrect batch - Empty batch typically occurs in the context of the Brazilian payroll processing module. This error indicates that the system is trying to process a batch that does not contain any records or data, which is not valid for the operation being performed.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Batch: The most straightforward cause is that the batch being processed does not contain any entries. This could happen if the payroll run did not generate any results or if there was an issue during the data extraction process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll setup that prevent the generation of records in the batch.
  Data Selection Criteria: The criteria used to select data for the batch may be too restrictive, resulting in no records being selected.
  Technical Issues: There could be underlying technical issues, such as problems with the database or the payroll processing program.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Batch Contents: Verify that the batch you are trying to process actually contains records. You can do this by checking the relevant tables or using transaction codes that allow you to view batch details.
  Review Payroll Results: Ensure that the payroll run was completed successfully and that it generated results. If there were errors during the payroll run, they need to be resolved first.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria for the batch are too restrictive, consider adjusting them to ensure that relevant records are included.
  Re-run Payroll: If the payroll run did not generate any results, you may need to re-run the payroll process to ensure that records are created.
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the payroll process to ensure that everything is set up correctly.
  Consult Logs: Check the application logs for any additional error messages or warnings that could provide more context about the issue.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_M00_CEDT (for generating the EFD file) and PC00_M00_PAY (for payroll processing).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message or the Brazilian payroll module. SAP frequently releases notes that address known issues and provide solutions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation for the Brazilian payroll module to understand the expected processes and configurations.
  Support: If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.