How To Fix RP824 - Company code could not be determined in record &1 (C0, C1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 824

• Message text: Company code could not be determined in record &1 (C0, C1)

What causes this issue?

When tables C0 or C1 are converted, the company code is derived from
table T001W or T001K. Information on the conversion could not, however,
be found in these tables. Exact details on individual records can be
found in the log.
This error has occurred &V1& times for this client.

System Response

The records are rejected during conversion.

How to fix this error?

Eliminate error and restart conversion program. See also OSS note
77682.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP824 - Company code could not be determined in record &1 (C0, C1) ?

  The SAP error message RP824 ("Company code could not be determined in record &1 (C0, C1)") typically occurs during payroll processing when the system is unable to determine the appropriate company code for a specific payroll record. This can happen for various reasons, and understanding the cause is essential for resolving the issue.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Configuration: The company code may not be properly configured in the payroll settings or may not be linked to the relevant personnel area or employee group.
  Incorrect Master Data: The employee master data may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly in the infotypes related to organizational assignment (e.g., infotype 0001).
  Payroll Area Issues: The payroll area assigned to the employee may not be correctly linked to the company code.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for the payroll records, leading to the inability to determine the company code.
  Customizations or Enhancements: If there are custom programs or enhancements in place, they may interfere with the standard payroll processing logic.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction PA30) and verify that the infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) is correctly filled out, including the company code, personnel area, and employee group.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the payroll configuration settings in the SAP system (transaction SPRO) to ensure that the company code is correctly assigned to the relevant payroll area and personnel area.
  
  
  
  Validate Payroll Area:
  
  Ensure that the payroll area assigned to the employee is correctly linked to the company code. This can be checked in the payroll area configuration.
  
  
  
  Check for Data Consistency:
  
  Run consistency checks for payroll data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there are any custom programs or enhancements, review them to ensure they are not causing the issue. You may need to consult with your ABAP developer or SAP support team.
  
  
  
  Test with Different Employees:
  
  If possible, test the payroll run with different employees to see if the issue is isolated to specific records or if it is a broader issue.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  SPRO: SAP Reference IMG (Implementation Guide)
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Calculation (where MXX is the country code)
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payroll configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the RP824 error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it. If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.