How To Fix HRPAYDEPF279 - No old relevant cluster results exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEPF - Error messages for German infotype module pools: garnishment

• Message number: 279

• Message text: No old relevant cluster results exist

What causes this issue?

No shadow clusters (cluster DR) are contained in the period considered
by the cleanup report.
No cleanup is necessary.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

INCLUDE HRPAYDEPF_REBUILD_OK OBJECT DOKU ID TX

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF279 - No old relevant cluster results exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF279 ("No old relevant cluster results exist") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary historical payroll results in the cluster tables for the employee in question. This can happen for various reasons, including:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Payroll Results: The payroll results for the previous periods may not have been generated or saved correctly in the cluster tables.
  Data Deletion: Payroll results may have been deleted or archived, leading to the absence of relevant data for the payroll run.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or in the way payroll results are being processed.
  Employee Status: The employee may not have been active during the periods for which the payroll results are being requested.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payroll Results: Verify if the payroll results exist for the employee in the relevant period. You can do this by using transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll) or PA03 to check the payroll results.
  Re-run Payroll: If the payroll results are missing, you may need to re-run the payroll for the affected periods to generate the necessary results.
  Review Configuration: Check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly. This includes reviewing the payroll schema and any related infotypes.
  Data Recovery: If payroll results were deleted, check if there is a backup or if the data can be restored from an archive.
  Employee Master Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is complete and correct, including their employment status and relevant infotypes.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Cluster Tables: In SAP, payroll results are stored in cluster tables (e.g., PCL1, PCL2). Understanding how these tables work can help in troubleshooting.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for payroll processing, such as PC00_MXX_CALC for payroll calculation and PA03 for viewing payroll results.
  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.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.