How To Fix PN119 - Do not delete payroll cluster & with this report, see long text

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 119

• Message text: Do not delete payroll cluster & with this report, see long text

What causes this issue?

You cannot use this report to delete results from payroll clusters. Use
transaction PU01 or report RPUDEL20 to delete payroll results.

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?

Use transaction 'PU01' to delete payroll results. To access this
function, go to the payroll menu and select 'Tools - Payroll result -
Delete'.
Use RPUDEL20 for test purposes. This program is more suitable because
fewer checks are performed. <LB>Warning:</> <LB>Data may be
inconsistent after you run program RPUDEL20</>.
The report you have started can be used in such cases where data
inconsistencies can prevent the use of other methods. <LB>Warning</>:
Use of this report can lead to data inconsistencies.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN119 - Do not delete payroll cluster & with this report, see long text ?

  The SAP error message PN119, which states "Do not delete payroll cluster," typically occurs when there is an attempt to delete a payroll cluster that is still in use or has dependencies. Payroll clusters in SAP are essential for storing payroll results and related data, and deleting them can lead to data integrity issues.
  Cause:
  
  Active Payroll Data: The payroll cluster contains active payroll results that are still needed for reporting or further processing.
  Dependencies: Other processes or reports may depend on the data within the payroll cluster.
  Incorrect Deletion Attempt: The user may be trying to delete a cluster without proper authorization or without following the correct procedures.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Dependencies: Before attempting to delete a payroll cluster, ensure that there are no active processes or reports that depend on the data within that cluster.
  Check Payroll Status: Verify the status of the payroll data. If the payroll has been finalized and is no longer needed, you may need to follow specific procedures to archive or delete it.
  Use Correct Transactions: Ensure that you are using the correct SAP transactions for managing payroll data. Deletion should typically be done through designated archiving or data management transactions.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator for the correct procedures to follow when dealing with payroll clusters.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform deletion operations on payroll clusters.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Long Text: The error message may have a long text that provides more context or specific instructions. You can view this by clicking on the message or using the appropriate function in SAP to display the long text.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.