How To Fix HRPAYDEST201 - Error reading the payroll results for period &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Error reading the payroll results for period &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST201 - Error reading the payroll results for period &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST201 indicates that there is an issue with reading payroll results for a specific period in the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly in the payroll processing area. This error can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution.
  Causes of HRPAYDEST201
  
  
  Missing Payroll Results: The payroll results for the specified period may not have been generated or may have been deleted.
  
  
  Incorrect Period: The period specified in the error message may not be valid or may not correspond to a period for which payroll has been processed.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payroll results for the specified period.
  
  
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the payroll data, such as missing entries in the database tables that store payroll results.
  
  
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the SAP system, such as database connectivity problems or issues with the payroll processing program.
  
  
  Solutions to HRPAYDEST201
  
  
  Check Payroll Results: Verify if payroll results have been generated for the specified period. You can do this by using transaction code PC_PAYRESULT or PA03 to check the payroll results for the employee in question.
  
  
  Validate Period: Ensure that the period specified in the error message is correct and corresponds to a period for which payroll has been processed.
  
  
  Review Authorizations: Check the user’s authorizations to ensure they have the necessary permissions to access payroll results. This can be done by reviewing the user roles and authorizations in the SAP system.
  
  
  Reprocess Payroll: If payroll results are missing, you may need to reprocess payroll for the affected period. This can be done using transaction code PC00_M99_CALC or similar, depending on your specific payroll configuration.
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency: Use transaction codes like SE16 or SE11 to check the relevant database tables (e.g., PCL1, PCL2) for any inconsistencies or missing entries.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message. There may be patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  Technical Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP Basis or technical support team to investigate any underlying technical issues.
  
  
  Related Information
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain Payroll Results), PC00_M99_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and SE16 (Data Browser) for troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Review SAP documentation and help resources for additional guidance on payroll processing and error handling.
  
  
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPAYDEST201 error and implement an appropriate solution.