How To Fix HRPAYFR_DSN208 - The data in the table are already shown in the employee view

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_DSN - Message class for DSN

• Message number: 208

• Message text: The data in the table are already shown in the employee view

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN208 - The data in the table are already shown in the employee view ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFR_DSN208 typically indicates that the data you are trying to access or modify in the payroll or HR module is already displayed in the employee view. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when attempting to process payroll data or when trying to access employee information that is already being viewed or edited.
  Cause:
  
  Data Already Displayed: The primary cause of this error is that the data you are trying to access is already being displayed in the employee view. This can happen if the same data is being accessed by multiple users or if there is a session conflict.
  Session Lock: If another user is currently viewing or editing the same data, it may lead to this error.
  Technical Issues: Sometimes, technical issues or bugs in the SAP system can lead to this error message being displayed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Refresh the View: Try refreshing the employee view or the transaction you are working on. This can sometimes resolve temporary display issues.
  Check for Other Sessions: Ensure that no other sessions are open that might be accessing the same data. If you find any, close those sessions.
  Log Out and Log Back In: Logging out of the SAP system and then logging back in can help clear any session-related issues.
  Check User Locks: If you have access, check if there are any user locks on the data you are trying to access. You may need to contact your SAP administrator to resolve any locks.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may be available.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP's support portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may be involved in payroll processing, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the data in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to HRPAYFR_DSN208 for updates or fixes that may address this issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and continue with your work in the SAP system.