How To Fix HRPAYDESV722 - The identification &1 is unknown

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 722

• Message text: The identification &1 is unknown

What causes this issue?

Only the IDs BW02 (employer contribution statement) and BW03 (paying
office contribution statement) can be used for the contribution
statement.

System Response

The notification is created with the status With Errors.

How to fix this error?

This is likely to be a program error. Contact SAP Support.

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 HRPAYDESV722 - The identification &1 is unknown ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV722, which states "The identification &1 is unknown," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when dealing with personnel administration in SAP HR (Human Resources). This error indicates that the system cannot find a specific identification (such as a personnel number, employee ID, or other relevant identifiers) that is being referenced in the payroll or HR process.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Identification: The identification number being referenced may be incorrect or misspelled.
  Data Not Maintained: The employee or personnel record may not exist in the system, or the relevant data has not been maintained.
  Data Deletion: The record may have been deleted or archived, making it unavailable for the current process.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the identification.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll or HR module that prevent the system from recognizing the identification.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Verify Identification: Check the identification number being used and ensure it is correct. Look for any typos or formatting issues.
  Check Employee Records: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to verify if the employee record exists and is correctly maintained.
  Review Data Maintenance: Ensure that all necessary data for the employee is maintained, including personal details, employment status, and payroll information.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the data related to the identification.
  Consult with IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department to check for any underlying configuration issues or data integrity problems.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and others related to HR data maintenance.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for HR and payroll processes to understand the context in which this error may arise.
  User Forums: Consider checking SAP community forums or user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.