How To Fix HRPAYDESV424 - The WCA file does not contain any new data

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 424

• Message text: The WCA file does not contain any new data

What causes this issue?

The PPO file does not contain any new or updated data.

System Response

Therefore, the output table is blank.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV424 - The WCA file does not contain any new data ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV424, which states "The WCA file does not contain any new data," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with the Wage Type Reporter or the Wage Type Analysis (WCA) file. This error indicates that the system is attempting to process a WCA file, but it finds that there are no new or updated records to process.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Changes in Payroll Data: The most common cause is that there have been no changes in the payroll data for the employees being processed. If the payroll results have not changed since the last processing, the WCA file will not contain new data.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to generate the WCA file may not match any records that have been updated or created since the last run.
  
  
  File Generation Issues: There may have been an issue during the generation of the WCA file, leading to it being empty or not containing the expected data.
  
  
  Data Transfer Issues: If the WCA file is being transferred from one system to another, there may be issues with the transfer process that result in an empty file.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Payroll Results: Check the payroll results for the relevant period to ensure that there are indeed changes or new data for the employees in question. If there are no changes, the error is expected.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Ensure that the selection criteria used to generate the WCA file are correct and that they include the relevant employees and payroll periods.
  
  
  Regenerate the WCA File: If you suspect that the WCA file was not generated correctly, try regenerating it. Ensure that the payroll run has been completed successfully before doing this.
  
  
  Check for Data Transfer Issues: If the WCA file is being transferred, check the transfer process to ensure that the file is being sent correctly and that it contains the expected data.
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes: Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and you cannot identify the cause, consider reaching out to SAP Support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Wage Type Reporter (WCA): This is a tool used in SAP HR to analyze wage types and payroll results. Understanding how it works can help in troubleshooting issues related to payroll processing.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarity with the payroll processing cycle in SAP can provide insights into when and why this error might occur.
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for detailed information on payroll processing and the Wage Type Reporter.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPAYDESV424 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.