How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV162 - Program for transfer of basic data is not defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 162

• Message text: Program for transfer of basic data is not defined

What causes this issue?

A report transfers the basic data to the pension scheme (CPS)
databases. To trigger this transfer automatically from the pension
calculation, the name of the report must be defined. However, no
definition exists.

System Response

The transfer cannot take place. Processing is terminated.

How to fix this error?

In table T5DCY, define which report transfers the basic data from the
CPS databases.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV162 - Program for transfer of basic data is not defined ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV162, which states "Program for transfer of basic data is not defined," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or data transfer in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a program that is supposed to handle the transfer of basic data, which can be critical for payroll calculations and reporting.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The program for transferring basic data may not be configured in the system. This could be due to a missing entry in the relevant customizing settings.
  Incorrect Program Assignment: The program that is supposed to handle the data transfer might not be correctly assigned or might have been deleted or renamed.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the necessary program might not have been transported correctly.
  Authorization Issues: There may be authorization issues preventing the program from being accessed or executed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (usually found in transaction SPRO).
  Ensure that the program for the transfer of basic data is defined and correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Verify Program Assignment:
  
  Check the assignment of the program in the relevant infotype or payroll schema.
  Ensure that the program name is correctly specified and that it exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings that might indicate missing objects.
  
  
  
  Authorization Check:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the payroll process has the necessary authorizations to access the program.
  Review the user roles and profiles to confirm that they include the required permissions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll process you are working with. There may be specific notes addressing this error.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide patches or additional guidance based on the specific version of SAP you are using.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE38 (to check programs), SE80 (Object Navigator), and SPRO (to access customizing).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HR payroll processing and error HRPAYDEBAV162 for any known issues or fixes.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.