How To Fix HRPAYDEPF461 - No fictitious runs in periods with SIMU_O payroll runs

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 461

• Message text: No fictitious runs in periods with SIMU_O payroll runs

In retroactive accounting periods for which there are no fictitious run
results for the net method for a garnishment in the original payroll
result, no fictitious runs are created for the net method for the
garnishments affected.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF461 - No fictitious runs in periods with SIMU_O payroll runs ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF461 indicates that there are no fictitious payroll runs available in the specified periods when you are trying to execute a payroll simulation (SIMU_O). This error typically occurs in the context of the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly in payroll processing.
  Cause:
  
  No Fictitious Payroll Runs: The primary cause of this error is that there are no fictitious payroll runs created for the specified period. Fictitious payroll runs are often used for testing or simulation purposes without affecting actual payroll data.
  Incorrect Period Selection: The period you are trying to simulate may not have been set up correctly or may not exist in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll settings that prevent the creation of fictitious runs.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the fictitious payroll runs.
  
  Solution:
  
  Create Fictitious Payroll Runs: Ensure that you have created fictitious payroll runs for the relevant periods. You can do this by executing the payroll process in simulation mode for the desired period.
  
  Use transaction code PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll driver) to run the payroll in simulation mode.
  
  
  Check Period Settings: Verify that the period you are trying to simulate is correctly defined in the system. Ensure that the payroll period is open and that the payroll has been processed for that period.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the payroll module to ensure that fictitious payroll runs are enabled and correctly set up.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user executing the payroll simulation has the necessary authorizations to access and run fictitious payroll runs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PC00_MXX_CALC: For running payroll calculations.
  PC00_MXX_CEDT: For displaying payroll results.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed instructions on setting up and managing payroll runs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide updates and patches.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEPF461 error and successfully run your payroll simulations.