How To Fix PAIS202 - Output fields have not been defined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PAIS - Messages for PA-IS (Ad Hoc Query etc.)

• Message number: 202

• Message text: Output fields have not been defined

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAIS202 - Output fields have not been defined ?

  The SAP error message PAIS202, which states "Output fields have not been defined," typically occurs in the context of SAP Payroll or Personnel Administration when there is an issue with the configuration of output fields in a specific report or form. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary output fields that are required for processing the payroll or generating the report.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The output fields required for the payroll report or form have not been defined in the relevant configuration settings.
  Incorrect Schema: The payroll schema or the report being used may not have the necessary output fields defined.
  Changes in Data Structure: If there have been recent changes to the data structure or the configuration of the payroll system, it may lead to this error.
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the output fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the relevant configuration settings in the SAP system (e.g., transaction code PE03 for payroll schemas).
  Ensure that the output fields are correctly defined in the schema or report you are using.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Schema:
  
  Verify that the payroll schema being used includes the necessary output fields.
  If you are using a custom schema, compare it with the standard schema to identify any missing fields.
  
  
  
  Update Output Fields:
  
  If you find that output fields are missing, you may need to add them manually in the configuration.
  Ensure that the fields are correctly mapped to the relevant data elements.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the report has the necessary authorizations to access the output fields.
  You may need to consult with your SAP security team to verify and adjust user roles if necessary.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to the specific payroll report or form you are working with for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run the payroll report or process again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PE03 (for payroll schema), PE04 (for payroll driver), and PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message PAIS202.
  Support: If the issue persists after troubleshooting, 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 and resolve the issue causing the PAIS202 error message in your SAP system.