How To Fix /PRA/PAY_PROC028 - Delete has started in background. Wait for it to complete

/PRA/PAY_PROC028 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/PAY_PROC -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: Delete has started in background. Wait for it to complete

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/PAY_PROC028 - Delete has started in background. Wait for it to complete ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/PAY_PROC028 Delete has started in background. Wait for it to complete typically indicates that a background job is currently processing a delete operation related to payroll or personnel administration data. This message is part of the SAP Payroll module and is often encountered when a user attempts to perform an action that conflicts with an ongoing background job.
  
  Cause:
  
  Concurrent Processing: The error occurs when a delete operation is initiated while another delete operation is already running in the background. This can happen if multiple users or processes are trying to delete payroll data simultaneously.
  Long-Running Jobs: If the background job is taking longer than expected, it may lead to this message being displayed when trying to perform further actions.
  System Load: High system load or performance issues can also delay the completion of background jobs, leading to this message.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Wait for Completion: The simplest solution is to wait for the