How To Fix HRPAYDEEH374 - The selected action is not possible

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEEH - Notification class for surveys, DE

• Message number: 374

• Message text: The selected action is not possible

What causes this issue?

There is no data available. The cause for this is that no employees were
processed. As a result, no employer could be determined for which a
display or directory should be created.

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?

Investigate why the selected employees were rejected. The statistics or
the enhanced statistics might give more precise information about this.
Possible causes for rejection are:
Inconsistent or incomplete master data: In this case, correct the master
data.
The selection criteria chosen were not fulfilled by any employee. You
may need to change the selection.
If there are no problems with the master data and nothing that needs to
be changed about the chosen selection, the employer has no positions
under column 1 of the display. A display according to ? 163 par. 2 of
SGB IX (Severely disabled employees) is not necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEEH374 - The selected action is not possible ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEEH374, which states "The selected action is not possible," typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) payroll processing. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the context in which it appears is crucial for troubleshooting.
  Possible Causes:
  
  Incorrect Status of the Employee: The employee may not be in a status that allows the selected action (e.g., the employee is inactive or on leave).
  Missing Data: Required data for the action may be missing or incomplete, such as missing infotypes or incorrect entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the action on the employee's record.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that prevent the action from being executed.
  Time Constraints: The action may be restricted by time constraints, such as trying to process payroll for a period that is already closed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the current status of the employee in the system. Ensure that the employee is active and eligible for the action you are trying to perform.
  Review Required Data: Ensure that all necessary infotypes and data are correctly filled out. Check for any missing or incorrect entries that could be causing the issue.
  Authorization Check: Confirm that you have the appropriate authorizations to perform the action. If not, contact your system administrator to obtain the necessary permissions.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to the action you are trying to perform. Ensure that there are no restrictions in place that would prevent the action.
  Check Time Period: Make sure that the payroll period you are trying to process is open and not closed. If it is closed, you may need to reopen it or adjust your processing accordingly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation for detailed information on the specific actions you are trying to perform and any prerequisites that may be required.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.