How To Fix P05FBN240 - Payroll simulation cannot be executed

P05FBN240 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P05FBN - Flexible Benefits Notifications NL

• Message number: 240

• Message text: Payroll simulation cannot be executed

What causes this issue?

An error has occurred in the payroll simulation. Because of this, no pay
form is visible.

How to fix this error?

Save the desired choice as a variant and contact the salary
administration.

Procedure for System Administrators

Using report <ZK>Flexible Benefits Year-End Settlement Simulation (NL)
</> (RPCFBSN0), execute the simulation for the employee in question.
While doing so, select the saved choice variant of the employee with
status Temporary, Choice variant 01 or 02. Correct the error specified
in the payroll log.

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.

P05FBN240 - Details

• The SAP error message P05FBN240, which states "Payroll simulation cannot be executed," typically occurs during the payroll simulation process in the SAP system. This error can arise due to various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for finding a solution. Here are some common causes, solutions, and related information:
  Causes:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payroll area or the relevant configuration for payroll processing may not be set up correctly.
  Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data may be incomplete or incorrect, which can prevent the payroll simulation from executing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to execute payroll simulations.
  Technical Issues: There may be technical issues with the SAP system, such as missing or inconsistent data in the database.
  Payroll Period Not Open: The payroll period for which the simulation is being run may not be open or may have been closed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that the payroll area and all related configurations are