How To Fix PRAT048 - Error FM 'HR_PAYROLL' - check the payroll log for &

PRAT048 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRAT - PRAT

• Message number: 048

• Message text: Error FM 'HR_PAYROLL' - check the payroll log for &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRAT048 - Error FM 'HR_PAYROLL' - check the payroll log for & ?

  The SAP error message PRAT048, which indicates an issue with the function module 'HR_PAYROLL', typically arises during the payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error suggests that there is a problem with the payroll run, and it advises checking the payroll log for more details.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by various factors, including but not limited to:
  
  Data Issues: Incorrect or incomplete employee master data, infotypes, or payroll-related data.
  Configuration Errors: Issues in the payroll configuration settings, such as incorrect wage types, absence types, or payroll schemas.
  Custom Code: If there are custom enhancements or modifications in the payroll process, they may lead to unexpected errors.
  Missing Authorizations: The user executing the payroll run may not have the necessary authorizations to access certain data or execute specific functions.
  Technical Issues: Problems with the underlying database or system performance can also lead to errors during payroll processing.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PRAT048 error,