How To Fix HRPAYDESV098 - Personnel number search: Error calling RFC destination &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESV - Error Messages Germany Payroll, Social Insurance

• Message number: 098

• Message text: Personnel number search: Error calling RFC destination &

What causes this issue?

Error during an RFC (remote function call). RFC destination &V1& was
called to determine the corresponding personnel numbers for inbound
notifications.

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

The call of destination &V1& resulted in an error, however. No
connection could be established.

System Response

The personnel numbers are not searched is not performed for RFC
destination &V1&. It may not be possible to assign inbound
notifications; they remain in status <LS>Received.</>

How to fix this error?

Check RFC destination &V1&.
Possible cause of errors:
Incorrect technical settings for the RFC destination
The RFC destination requires entry of a password, but the report was
started in the background.
Once you have corrected the cause of the error, start the report again
to assign any unprocessed inbound messages.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV098 - Personnel number search: Error calling RFC destination & ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV098 typically indicates an issue with the RFC (Remote Function Call) destination when trying to perform a personnel number search in the HR (Human Resources) module. This error can arise due to various reasons, and here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect RFC Destination Configuration: The RFC destination may not be correctly configured in the SAP system.
  Network Issues: There may be network connectivity issues between the SAP system and the target system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination.
  System Downtime: The target system may be down or not available for some reason.
  Incorrect Parameters: The parameters being passed to the RFC function may be incorrect or incomplete.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check RFC Destination Configuration:
  
  Go to transaction SM59 in SAP.
  Verify the configuration of the RFC destination that is being called. Ensure that the connection type, target host, and system ID are correctly set up.
  
  
  
  Test the RFC Connection:
  
  In transaction SM59, select the RFC destination and use the "Test Connection" option to check if the connection is working properly.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the personnel number search has the necessary authorizations to access the RFC destination. Check roles and profiles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Check Network Connectivity:
  
  Ensure that there are no network issues preventing the SAP system from reaching the target system. You can use tools like ping or traceroute to diagnose network issues.
  
  
  
  Check System Status:
  
  Verify if the target system is up and running. If it is down, you may need to wait until it is back online.
  
  
  
  Review Function Module Parameters:
  
  If you have access to the ABAP code or function module being called, check the parameters being passed to ensure they are correct and complete.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SM59: For managing RFC destinations.
  SU53: To check authorization issues after an error occurs.
  ST22: For analyzing dumps that may provide more context on the error.
  
  
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on RFC and HR module functionalities.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to involve your SAP Basis team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.