How To Fix HRPAYDEST718 - Test run: no file was created

HRPAYDEST718 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 718

• Message text: Test run: no file was created

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST718 - Test run: no file was created ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST718 typically indicates that during a test run of a payroll process, no output file was generated. This can occur for various reasons, and understanding the cause and potential solutions can help resolve the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Test Run Configuration: The payroll process may be configured to run in test mode, which might not generate output files.
  Missing Output Determination: The system may not have been set up to determine the output correctly, leading to no file being created.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The payroll area or period may not be correctly specified, resulting in no data being processed.
  Authorization Issues: The user executing the payroll run may not have the necessary authorizations to generate output files.
  Technical Issues: There could be technical issues with the system, such as problems with the output device or configuration settings.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Test Run Settings: Ensure that the payroll run is intended to be a test run. If you