How To Fix HRPAYDEE2664 - Notification with GUID &1 was collected multiple times (&2/&3).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEE2 - Message Class ELStAM Procedure

• Message number: 664

• Message text: Notification with GUID &1 was collected multiple times (&2/&3).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEE2664 - Notification with GUID &1 was collected multiple times (&2/&3). ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEE2664 indicates that a notification with a specific GUID (Globally Unique Identifier) has been collected multiple times. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or data collection in the Human Resources (HR) module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  
  Duplicate Data Collection: The error usually arises when the same notification is processed more than once. This can happen due to:
  
  A system or user error where the same data is submitted multiple times.
  Issues in the integration between different systems (e.g., if data is being pulled from an external system).
  Incorrect configuration in the payroll or data collection process.
  
  
  
  Concurrency Issues: If multiple processes are trying to collect the same notification simultaneously, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check for Duplicates: Review the notifications in the system to identify if the same GUID is indeed being processed multiple times. You can use transaction codes like PA20 or PA30 to check employee data and notifications.
  
  
  Adjust Data Collection Logic: If the error is due to a system or configuration issue, you may need to adjust the logic that handles data collection to ensure that duplicates are not processed. This might involve:
  
  Modifying the program or report that collects notifications.
  Implementing checks to prevent duplicate submissions.
  
  
  
  Review Integration Settings: If the notifications are coming from an external system, ensure that the integration settings are correctly configured to avoid duplicate data being sent to SAP.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. Provide them with the error message details, the context in which it occurs, and any relevant logs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, PC00_MXX_CED, and others that are used for payroll processing and employee data management.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and notifications to understand the expected behavior and configuration settings.
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration or data collection logic, ensure thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before deploying to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to prevent it from occurring in the future.