How To Fix HRPAYDESV704 - The run number has not yet been assigned

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 704

• Message text: The run number has not yet been assigned

What causes this issue?

You have stated that you want to perform a repeat run. However, the run
number &v1& has not yet been assigned in the period &v2&.

System Response

No repeat run is performed.

How to fix this error?

Correct the run number or deactivate the field for the repeat run.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV704 - The run number has not yet been assigned ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV704, which states "The run number has not yet been assigned," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the payroll run number, which is essential for identifying and processing payroll runs, has not been generated or assigned for the payroll period you are trying to process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payroll Run Number: The payroll run number has not been created or assigned for the specific payroll period you are trying to execute.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the payroll process itself.
  Previous Steps Not Completed: The necessary preliminary steps in the payroll process (like the creation of a payroll run) may not have been completed.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or create the payroll run number.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Run Creation: Ensure that the payroll run has been created for the relevant period. You can do this by navigating to the payroll processing transaction (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC) and checking if the run number exists.
  Run Payroll Process: If the payroll run has not been created, you need to execute the payroll process for the relevant period. This typically involves running the payroll calculation for the specific payroll area.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the payroll schema to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This includes verifying the payroll area settings and ensuring that the payroll process is correctly defined.
  Check Authorization: Ensure that the user executing the payroll process has the necessary authorizations to create and manage payroll runs.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions related to your version of SAP HCM.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation) and PC00_MXX_CEDT (for payroll results).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDESV704 error and successfully process payroll in SAP.