How To Fix PG136 - Control record was not created (PA03) for payroll area &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 136

• Message text: Control record was not created (PA03) for payroll area &1

What causes this issue?

A control record has not been created for payroll area &V1&.
(Entry with record type &V2& in T569V.)

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

The control record must be created using transaction PA03.
The payroll menu enables you to do this.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PG136 - Control record was not created (PA03) for payroll area &1 ?

  The SAP error message PG136 "Control record was not created (PA03) for payroll area &1" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources). This error indicates that the system was unable to create a control record for the specified payroll area, which is essential for executing payroll runs.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Control Record: The control record for the specified payroll area has not been created or is missing.
  Incorrect Payroll Area Configuration: The payroll area may not be properly configured in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to create or access the control record.
  Technical Issues: There may be underlying technical issues or inconsistencies in the database or configuration settings.
  Incorrect Period Settings: The payroll period may not be correctly defined or may be closed.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Create Control Record:
  
  Navigate to the transaction code PA03 (Maintain Control Record).
  Check if the control record for the specified payroll area exists. If not, create it by entering the relevant details (e.g., payroll area, period, etc.).
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area is correctly configured in the system. This includes checking the settings in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Administration > Payroll > Payroll Area.
  
  
  
  Review Authorizations:
  
  Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to create and manage control records. This can be checked in the user roles and profiles.
  
  
  
  Check Period Settings:
  
  Ensure that the payroll period is open and correctly defined. You can check this in the payroll control record settings.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP Notes can provide patches or additional guidance on resolving known issues.
  
  
  
  Technical Support:
  
  If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA03: Maintain Control Record
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll processing transaction (replace XX with the country code).
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payroll processing and control records.
  
  
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.