How To Fix HRPAYHU_PAYROLL_SIMU003 - & program, & variant doesn't exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYHU_PAYROLL_SIMU - CL_HRPAYHU_PAYROLL_SIMU messages

• Message number: 003

• Message text: & program, & variant doesn't exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYHU_PAYROLL_SIMU003 - & program, & variant doesn't exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYHU_PAYROLL_SIMU003 typically indicates that there is an issue with the payroll simulation process in the SAP HR module, specifically related to the program or variant not existing. This error can occur for various reasons, and here are some potential causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Program or Variant: The specified program or variant for payroll simulation does not exist in the system. This could be due to a configuration issue or a missing transport.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the specified program or variant.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly, leading to the system not being able to find the required program or variant.
  Transport Issues: If the program or variant was recently transported from another system, there may have been an issue during the transport process.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Program and Variant:
  
  Go to transaction SE38 (ABAP Editor) and check if