How To Fix HRPAYCH_ELM40002 - Error while generating the tag of the request message

HRPAYCH_ELM40002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_ELM40 - Messages for Withholding Tax

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Error while generating the tag of the request message

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40002 - Error while generating the tag of the request message ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40002 typically occurs in the context of the SAP Payroll Communication (HRPAYCH) module, particularly when there is an issue with generating the <Timestamp> tag in the request message. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions is essential for resolving it.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Incorrect Date/Time Format: The error may be caused by an incorrect format of the date or time being used in the <Timestamp> tag. The expected format may not be adhered to, leading to the failure in generating the tag.
  
  
  System Time Settings: If the system time settings on the SAP server are incorrect or not synchronized with the expected time zone, it can lead to issues in generating timestamps.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll communication settings that affect how timestamps are generated.
  
  
  Data Integrity Issues: If there are inconsistencies or missing data in the payroll data that