How To Fix HRPAYTR02204 - Faulty order...

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR02 -

• Message number: 204

• Message text: Faulty order...

What causes this issue?

To determine the update group, the system requires the statistics
group, item category &V1&. However, item category &V1& has not been
created.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the item category &V1& has been deleted.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR02204 - Faulty order... ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR02204, which indicates a "Faulty order," typically arises in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error can occur due to various reasons related to the configuration of payroll processing, master data issues, or incorrect processing of payroll results.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Payroll Configuration: The payroll schema or rules may not be set up correctly, leading to issues in processing payroll results.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data, such as infotypes (e.g., IT0008 for basic pay, IT0014 for recurring payments), may be incomplete or incorrect.
  Missing or Incorrect Time Data: If time data (e.g., absence, attendance) is not correctly recorded or is missing, it can lead to faulty payroll calculations.
  Incorrect Wage Types: Wage types may not be defined correctly or may be missing in the payroll processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user processing the payroll may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or perform specific actions.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll schema and rules to ensure they are correctly configured. This may involve checking the processing logic in the payroll schema (e.g., PCRs, wage types).
  Review Master Data: Verify that all relevant employee master data is complete and accurate. Pay special attention to infotypes related to payroll.
  Validate Time Data: Ensure that all time data is correctly recorded and that there are no missing entries that could affect payroll calculations.
  Examine Wage Types: Check the configuration of wage types to ensure they are correctly defined and included in the payroll processing.
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to perform payroll processing and access the required data.
  Run Payroll Simulation: If possible, run a payroll simulation to identify where the error occurs and to troubleshoot the issue further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to HRPAYTR02204 for any specific patches or updates that may address known issues.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to investigate and resolve issues.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for detailed information on payroll processing and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.