How To Fix HRPAYDEST555 - The selected data records could not be reversed.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 555

• Message text: The selected data records could not be reversed.

What causes this issue?

The selected notifications may not be reversed due to their status.
Possible status values are:
collected
transferred
with errors
certified

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST555 - The selected data records could not be reversed. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST555 indicates that the selected data records in the payroll process could not be reversed. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when there is an attempt to reverse a payroll run or a specific payroll result, but the system encounters issues that prevent this action.
  Causes:
  
  Data Integrity Issues: The records you are trying to reverse may have been modified or deleted, leading to inconsistencies.
  Payroll Status: The payroll run may be in a status that does not allow for reversal (e.g., if it has already been finalized or posted).
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary permissions to perform the reversal.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll module that prevent reversals under certain conditions.
  Dependencies on Other Processes: Other processes or transactions may depend on the payroll results, preventing their reversal.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payroll Status: Verify the status of the payroll run. If it has been finalized or posted, you may need to follow the appropriate procedures to un-post or un-finalize it before attempting a reversal.
  Review Data Integrity: Ensure that the data records you are trying to reverse are intact and have not been altered or deleted.
  User Authorization: Confirm that the user attempting the reversal has the necessary authorizations to perform this action.
  Consult Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that reversals are allowed under the current circumstances.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC) to check the payroll results and see if there are any issues that need to be addressed.
  Check for Dependencies: Investigate if there are any other processes that depend on the payroll results and address those dependencies before attempting the reversal again.
  
  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 for common problems.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HR and Payroll documentation for guidance on payroll processing and reversal procedures.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPAYDEST555 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.