How To Fix HRPAYTR03660 - No data for starting run exists

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR03 -

• Message number: 660

• Message text: No data for starting run exists

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR03660 - No data for starting run exists ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR03660: No data for starting run exists typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find any data to process for the specified payroll run. Here are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  No Payroll Data Exists: There may be no employees assigned to the payroll area for the specified payroll period.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The payroll area specified in the run may not have any employees assigned to it.
  Missing Payroll Control Record: The payroll control record may not be set up correctly or may be missing for the specified period.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to initiate the payroll run may be too restrictive, resulting in no data being selected.
  Previous Payroll Run Not Completed: If a previous payroll run has not been completed or has errors, it may prevent the current run from being processed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Payroll Control Record: Ensure that the payroll control record is correctly set up for the relevant payroll area and period. You can check this in transaction code PC00_MXX_CEDT (where MXX is your country-specific payroll driver).
  
  
  Verify Employee Assignments: Check if there are employees assigned to the payroll area for the specified period. You can do this by reviewing the employee master data in transaction PA20 or PA30.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: If you are using specific selection criteria to run the payroll, ensure that they are not too restrictive. You may want to broaden the criteria to include more employees.
  
  
  Check Previous Payroll Runs: Ensure that any previous payroll runs have been completed successfully. If there are issues with prior runs, resolve those first.
  
  
  Run a Test Payroll: If you are unsure about the data, you can run a test payroll using transaction PC00_MXX_CALC to see if any data is being picked up.
  
  
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consult with your HR or payroll team for further assistance. They may have insights into specific configurations or data issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Control Record), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing for your specific country version, as there may be country-specific configurations that affect payroll runs.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.