How To Fix HRSFEC_TIM002 - Time data cannot be found in the payroll system.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_TIM - Messages for time data replication processing

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Time data cannot be found in the payroll system.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_TIM002 - Time data cannot be found in the payroll system. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_TIM002, which states "Time data cannot be found in the payroll system," typically occurs in the context of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central Payroll (ECP) when the system is unable to retrieve the necessary time data for payroll processing. This can happen for several reasons. Below are some common causes, potential solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Time Data: The employee may not have any recorded time data for the payroll period being processed.
  Incorrect Time Evaluation: The time evaluation process may not have been executed correctly, leading to missing or incomplete time data.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the time management or payroll settings that prevent the system from accessing the time data.
  Data Transfer Issues: If the time data is supposed to be transferred from another system (like SuccessFactors), there may be issues with the data transfer process.
  Incorrect Payroll Period: The payroll period being processed may not align with the time data available in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Time Data: Verify that the employee has time data recorded for the relevant payroll period. This can be done by checking the time management module.
  Run Time Evaluation: If time data is missing, ensure that the time evaluation process has been run for the employee. This can be done using transaction codes like PT60 or PT61 in SAP.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for time management and payroll to ensure they are set up correctly. This includes checking the integration settings between SuccessFactors and SAP.
  Data Transfer Verification: If using integration with SuccessFactors, verify that the data transfer process is functioning correctly and that time data is being sent to the payroll system.
  Check Payroll Period: Ensure that the payroll period being processed matches the time data available. If necessary, adjust the payroll period or reprocess the payroll.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Review the official SAP documentation for both Employee Central and Payroll to understand the expected data flow and configuration settings.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRSFEC_TIM002 error and implement a solution to resolve it.