How To Fix HRPAYCN042 - No entries found for the selection criteria specified

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCN - Message Class China Payroll

• Message number: 042

• Message text: No entries found for the selection criteria specified

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCN042 - No entries found for the selection criteria specified ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCN042 ("No entries found for the selection criteria specified") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when trying to retrieve data related to employee payroll information. This error indicates that the system could not find any records that match the criteria you have specified in your selection.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The most common cause is that the selection criteria (such as date range, employee number, payroll area, etc.) do not match any existing records in the database.
  Data Not Yet Processed: The payroll data for the specified period may not have been processed yet, or the payroll run may not have been executed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view the payroll data for the specified criteria.
  Data Deletion: Records may have been deleted or archived, leading to no entries being found for the specified criteria.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll module that prevent the system from retrieving the necessary data.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Selection Criteria: Review and adjust the selection criteria to ensure they are correct. Make sure you are using the right date range, employee numbers, and other relevant parameters.
  Verify Payroll Processing: Ensure that the payroll has been processed for the period you are querying. If not, run the payroll process for the relevant period.
  Check Authorizations: Verify that you have the necessary authorizations to access the payroll data. Consult with your SAP security team if needed.
  Review Data Status: Check if the data has been archived or deleted. You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or HR team to retrieve archived data if necessary.
  Consult Configuration: If you suspect a configuration issue, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the payroll settings are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll processing) or PC00_MXX_CEDT (for payroll results).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and reporting to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.