How To Fix RP796 - No changes were made

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 796

• Message text: No changes were made

What causes this issue?

There may be several reasons why there were no changes:
You have not performed any actions.
You have performed actions that cancel each other out. For example, you
have assigned a wage type to a wage type group and then deleted this
group.
You have assigned a wage type to the group to which it already belongs,
or you have attempted to delete wage types from groups to which they
are not assigned.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP796 - No changes were made ?

  The SAP error message RP796 "No changes were made" typically occurs during the execution of a payroll run or when trying to make changes to employee data in the SAP system. This message indicates that the system did not find any changes to process, which can be due to various reasons.
  Causes:
  
  
  No Data Changes: The most common reason is that there are no actual changes in the employee data that need to be processed. This can happen if the payroll run is executed without any changes to the employee's master data or payroll data.
  
  
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: If the selection criteria used to run the payroll or process changes do not match any employees or records, the system will not find any changes to process.
  
  
  Previous Payroll Run: If a payroll run has already been executed for the same period and no changes have been made since, the system will not process the payroll again.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or related settings that prevent changes from being recognized.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, the user may not have the necessary authorizations to make changes, leading to the system not processing any changes.
  
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Verify Data Changes: Check if there are any actual changes made to the employee data. Ensure that the changes are saved and correctly reflected in the system.
  
  
  Review Selection Criteria: Double-check the selection criteria used for the payroll run or data processing. Ensure that it correctly targets the employees or records you intend to process.
  
  
  Check Previous Runs: If a payroll run has already been executed for the same period, verify if any changes have been made since that run. If not, you may not need to run the payroll again.
  
  
  Configuration Review: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that everything is set up correctly. This may involve checking the payroll schema, rules, and any related settings.
  
  
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user executing the payroll run or data changes has the necessary authorizations. If not, contact your SAP security administrator to obtain the required permissions.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or support notes related to the specific payroll module you are using for any additional troubleshooting steps or known issues.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and others that may be involved in the payroll process.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the error message RP796.
  Support Community: Engage with the SAP Community or forums for additional insights and solutions from other users who may have encountered the same issue.
  
  If the problem persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.