How To Fix HRPBSQA018 - Payroll for the selected period has not run yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSQA -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Payroll for the selected period has not run yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSQA018 - Payroll for the selected period has not run yet ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSQA018, which states "Payroll for the selected period has not run yet," typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) when trying to access payroll results or reports for a specific payroll period that has not been processed.
  Cause:
  
  
  Payroll Not Executed: The most common cause of this error is that the payroll process for the selected period has not been executed. This could be due to various reasons, such as:
  
  The payroll run has not been scheduled or completed.
  The payroll run was unsuccessful or terminated.
  The payroll period is still open, and the payroll has not been processed yet.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Period Selection: The user may have selected a payroll period that is not valid or does not exist in the system.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: In some cases, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to view payroll results for the selected period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Run Payroll: Ensure that the payroll for the selected period has been executed. You can do this by:
  
  Navigating to the payroll processing transaction (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC) and running the payroll for the relevant period.
  Checking the payroll control record to ensure that the payroll period is open and ready for processing.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Status: Verify the status of the payroll run for the selected period. You can do this by:
  
  Using transaction code PC00_MXX_CWTR (for payroll results) to check if the payroll has been processed.
  Reviewing the logs for any errors or issues that may have occurred during the payroll run.
  
  
  
  Select Correct Period: Ensure that you are selecting the correct payroll period. Double-check the period you are trying to access and confirm that it is valid.
  
  
  Authorization Check: If you suspect that authorization might be an issue, check with your SAP security team to ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view payroll results for the selected period.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as:
  
  PC00_MXX_CALC: For executing payroll.
  PC00_MXX_CWTR: For viewing payroll results.
  PA03: For maintaining payroll control records.
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed instructions on payroll processing and troubleshooting common payroll issues.
  
  
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPBSQA018 error and successfully access the payroll information for the desired period.