How To Fix PE711 - &1 &2 &3 &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 711

• Message text: &1 &2 &3 &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE711 - &1 &2 &3 &4 ?

  The SAP error message PE711 is related to issues with the payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error typically indicates that there is a problem with the payroll results or the configuration of the payroll schema.
  Cause:
  The error message PE711 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: There may be missing or incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or in the infotypes related to payroll.
  Data Issues: There could be issues with the employee master data or payroll results, such as missing infotype records or incorrect data entries.
  Schema Errors: The payroll schema may not be correctly set up or may have been modified incorrectly.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain payroll data or execute payroll processing.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PE711 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll schema configuration to ensure that all necessary components are correctly set up.
  Verify that the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0008, IT0014) are correctly maintained for the employee.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee master data for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect payroll processing.
  Ensure that all required infotypes are filled out correctly.
  
  
  
  Analyze Payroll Results:
  
  Use transaction code PC_PAYRESULT to analyze the payroll results for the employee in question. Look for any inconsistencies or errors in the results.
  
  
  
  Check Authorization:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the payroll process has the necessary authorizations to access the required data and execute payroll functions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the PE711 error for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  
  Debugging:
  
  If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll schema to identify the exact point of failure.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC_PAYRESULT (Display Payroll Results).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to PE711 for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the underlying cause of the PE711 error in SAP.