How To Fix HRPAYFI_KATRE014 - Payroll run &1 is in process by &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFI_KATRE - KATRE (Income Register)

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Payroll run &1 is in process by &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE014 - Payroll run &1 is in process by &2. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE014 indicates that a payroll run is currently in process for a specific payroll period, and it cannot be executed again until the current process is completed. This error typically occurs in the Human Resources (HR) module, specifically in the Payroll component.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by an attempt to initiate a payroll run while another payroll run is still being processed. This can happen if:
  
  A payroll run was started but has not yet completed.
  There is a long-running payroll process due to large data volumes or system performance issues.
  A user inadvertently tries to start a new payroll run before the previous one has finished.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Status of the Payroll Run:
  
  Use transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll) to check the status of the payroll run.
  You can also check the job overview using transaction SM37 to see if the payroll job is still running or if it has failed.
  
  
  
  Wait for Completion:
  
  If the payroll run is still in process, you will need to wait for it to complete. Monitor the job status until it finishes.
  
  
  
  Analyze and Resolve Issues:
  
  If the payroll run is taking too long or appears to be stuck, investigate the underlying issues. Check for any performance bottlenecks, data inconsistencies, or errors in the payroll processing logs.
  
  
  
  Terminate the Job (if necessary):
  
  If you determine that the payroll job is indeed stuck and cannot complete, you may need to terminate it. This can be done in transaction SM37 by selecting the job and choosing the option to cancel it. Be cautious with this step, as it may lead to data inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Retry the Payroll Run:
  
  Once the previous payroll run has completed successfully or has been terminated, you can attempt to start the payroll run again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SM37: Job Monitoring
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Calculation (replace MXX with your country code)
  PA03: Maintain Payroll Areas
  
  
  Documentation and Support:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payroll processing.
  Consult with your SAP Basis team if there are recurring performance issues or if you need assistance with job management.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYFI_KATRE014 error and successfully execute the payroll run.