How To Fix HRPAYTR02471 - & : formula & does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR02 -

• Message number: 471

• Message text: & : formula & does not exist

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR02471 - & : formula & does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR02471 typically indicates that a specific formula referenced in a payroll calculation does not exist in the system. This error can occur in the context of payroll processing when the system attempts to execute a formula that has not been defined or is not available in the current configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Formula: The formula that is being referenced in the payroll processing is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll schema or the specific payroll driver may be incorrectly configured, leading to references to non-existent formulas.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, the formula may not have been included or activated properly.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a version mismatch between the payroll configuration and the formulas available in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Formula Definition:
  
  Go to the transaction code PE02 (for maintaining payroll schemas) or PE04 (for maintaining payroll rules) and check if the formula in question is defined.
  If it is missing, you may need to create it or restore it from a backup.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Check the payroll schema being used to ensure that it correctly references the formulas. You can do this in transaction PE01.
  Ensure that the schema is correctly configured to include all necessary formulas.
  
  
  
  Transport Management:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that all necessary objects were included in the transport request.
  Check the transport logs for any errors or warnings related to the formulas.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or known issues.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists and you cannot identify the missing formula, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PE02: Maintain Payroll Schemas
  PE04: Maintain Payroll Rules
  PE01: Maintain Payroll Schema
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on payroll processing and formula management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRPAYTR02471 error and implement a solution to resolve it.