How To Fix HRPAYTR03310 - ***** No formula, requirement or external routine used

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR03 -

• Message number: 310

• Message text: ***** No formula, requirement or external routine used

What causes this issue?

When determining the key figure neither a formula, nor a requirement
nor an external routine are used.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR03310 - ***** No formula, requirement or external routine used ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR03310, which states "No formula, requirement or external routine used," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that the payroll system is unable to find a valid formula, requirement, or external routine that is necessary for processing payroll calculations.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The most common cause is that the required payroll formula or requirement has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Payroll Schema: The payroll schema being used may not be correctly configured to include the necessary formulas or requirements.
  Custom Development Issues: If there are custom routines or formulas, they may not be properly implemented or activated.
  Transport Issues: If the system has recently undergone a transport of changes, some configurations may not have been transported correctly.
  Version Mismatch: There may be a mismatch between the version of the payroll schema and the formulas or requirements being referenced.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant payroll schema (transaction code PE01) and ensure that the required formulas and requirements are included.
  Verify that the formulas are correctly defined in the system (transaction code PE02 for formulas).
  
  
  
  Review Custom Routines:
  
  If custom routines are being used, check their implementation and ensure they are activated and error-free.
  Use transaction code SE80 or SE37 to review the custom function modules.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  Use the debugging tools in SAP to trace the payroll run and identify where the error occurs. This can help pinpoint the missing formula or requirement.
  
  
  
  Transport Check:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, check the transport logs to ensure that all necessary objects were transported correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll area you are working with. There may be known issues or additional configuration steps required.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that payroll calculations are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for HRPAYTR03310 in the SAP Support Portal.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they found effective.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HR Payroll documentation for detailed information on payroll processing and configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.