How To Fix HRPAYNLLA004 - Data can only be Displayed: Return &1/&2 has already Been Created

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA - Notifications for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Data can only be Displayed: Return &1/&2 has already Been Created

What causes this issue?

The selected period &v1&/&v2& lies before the actual period &v3&/&v4&.

System Response

The data regarding this return is only displayed.

How to fix this error?

If you wish to edit data within this period, you must carry out the
adjustments retroactively in the actual return &v3&/&v4&.

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.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA004 - Data can only be Displayed: Return &1/&2 has already Been Created ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA004 indicates that a return (such as a payroll return) has already been created for the specified period and cannot be modified or displayed in the way you are attempting. This is a common issue in payroll processing within SAP, particularly in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You attempt to create or display a payroll return for a period where a return has already been processed.
  The system is designed to prevent duplicate entries for payroll returns to maintain data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this issue, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Returns: 
  
  Verify if a return for the specified period already exists. You can do this by navigating to the relevant payroll processing transaction (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC) and checking the payroll results for that period.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Results:
  
  Use transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT to review the payroll results for the employee in question. This will help you confirm if a return has already been created.
  
  
  
  Correcting Data:
  
  If you need to make changes to the payroll data, you may need to reverse or delete the existing return, depending on your organization's policies and the specific situation. This can typically be done through the payroll processing transactions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines for handling payroll returns. There may be specific procedures in place for dealing with such errors.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM. They can provide more tailored assistance based on your system configuration and business processes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll calculation
  PC_PAYRESULT: Display payroll results
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message in the SAP Support Portal, as there may be updates or patches that address specific issues.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view or modify payroll data, as restrictions may also lead to similar error messages.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.