How To Fix HRPFD00814 - Postings exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPFD00 - HR-PF: International Pension Fund

• Message number: 814

• Message text: Postings exist

What causes this issue?

Postings were generated with processing. These have not yet been
written to the database.

System Response

The postings can be processed though an additional function in the
screen for print output and can be written to the database.

How to fix this error?

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPFD00814 - Postings exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPFD00814, which states "Postings exist," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing. This error indicates that there are existing postings (such as payroll postings or other financial entries) that prevent certain actions from being completed, such as deleting or modifying a personnel record or a payroll run.
  Cause:
  
  Existing Payroll Postings: The most common cause is that payroll has already been processed for the employee, and there are postings in the system that are linked to that payroll run.
  Time Evaluation Results: If time evaluation has been run and results exist for the employee, it may also lead to this error.
  Data Integrity: The system is designed to maintain data integrity, and any attempt to change or delete records that have associated postings will trigger this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Status: Verify if payroll has been processed for the employee in question. If so, you may need to reverse or adjust the payroll posting before making changes.
  Review Time Evaluation: If time evaluation results exist, ensure that they are correct and that you have processed any necessary corrections.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to check the employee's records and postings.
  Consult with Finance: If the postings are related to financial transactions, consult with your finance team to understand the implications of reversing or adjusting these postings.
  Error Logs: Check the error logs or messages in the system for more detailed information about the specific postings that are causing the issue.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or solutions for this specific error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on personnel administration and payroll processing.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Testing in Development: If possible, replicate the issue in a development or test environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting production data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or a consultant with expertise in SAP HR and payroll processes.