How To Fix PRAT022 - Print operation not possible; no pension-relevant data available

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRAT - PRAT

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Print operation not possible; no pension-relevant data available

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRAT022 - Print operation not possible; no pension-relevant data available ?

  The SAP error message PRAT022, which states "Print operation not possible; no pension-relevant data available," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when trying to generate reports or print documents related to employee pensions. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The error usually indicates that the system cannot find any pension-relevant data for the employee in question. This could be due to:
  
  The employee has not been assigned to a pension plan.
  The relevant payroll results have not been processed or are missing.
  The employee's data may not have been updated correctly in the system.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the pension plans or the payroll schema that prevents the generation of pension-related data.
  
  
  Timing Issues: The error may also occur if the payroll period has not been closed properly, or if the data is being accessed before it has been finalized.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Employee Data: Verify that the employee has been assigned to a pension plan and that all necessary data has been entered correctly in their master data (infotypes related to pensions).
  
  
  Run Payroll: Ensure that the payroll has been processed for the relevant period. If payroll has not been run, do so to generate the necessary data.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for pension plans in the SAP system. Ensure that all necessary settings are correctly configured and that the pension plans are active.
  
  
  Check Payroll Results: Use transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC or PC00_MXX_CEDT to review payroll results and ensure that pension-relevant data has been calculated and stored.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the configuration of pension plans and payroll processing.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll process to identify where the data is missing or why it is not being generated.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Common infotypes related to pensions include Infotype 0580 (Pension Plan) and Infotype 0581 (Pension Data).
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PC00_MXX_CEDT (Pension Data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  
  If the issue continues after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll.