How To Fix PU121 - Subsequent processing of & & already carried out in previous step

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PU - Upgrade and Transport Log Messages

• Message number: 121

• Message text: Subsequent processing of & & already carried out in previous step

What causes this issue?

The objects in the edited change request have already been processed
after the import (partially). This took place in a previous step.
Subsequent processing after the import was carried out successfully for
object &V1& of the type &V2& in a previous step.

System Response

The processing required after the import was not repeated.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PU121 - Subsequent processing of & & already carried out in previous step ?

  The SAP error message PU121 ("Subsequent processing of & & already carried out in previous step") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration when the system detects that a certain step in the process has already been executed. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to reprocess payroll or when there are inconsistencies in the processing sequence.
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Processing: The error often arises when a payroll run or a specific processing step is attempted again after it has already been completed. This can happen if the user tries to execute a step that is meant to be run only once.
  Incorrect Sequence: If the steps in the payroll process are not followed in the correct order, the system may prevent further processing to avoid inconsistencies.
  Data Locking: Sometimes, if the data is locked due to another process or user, it may lead to this error when trying to access or modify the data.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or related settings can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Processing Status: Verify the status of the payroll run or the specific step you are trying to execute. Ensure that it has not already been processed.
  Review Logs: Look at the logs or the detailed messages in the SAP system to identify which step has already been executed and why the system is preventing further processing.
  Correct Sequence: Ensure that you are following the correct sequence of processing steps as defined in your payroll configuration.
  Reprocess if Necessary: If you need to reprocess a step, you may need to reverse or delete the previous processing step before attempting to run it again.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the specific payroll process you are working on for any additional guidance or troubleshooting steps.
  Contact 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: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation) or PC00_MXX_CEDT (for payroll results) to navigate through the payroll process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message PU121.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the payroll processing steps.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PU121 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.