How To Fix RP872 - *

RP872 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 872

• Message text: *

What causes this issue?

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System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

RP872 - Details

• The SAP error message RP872 typically relates to issues with payroll processing, specifically indicating that there is a problem with the payroll results for an employee. The message may vary slightly depending on the specific context, but it generally points to issues such as missing data, incorrect configuration, or problems with the payroll run.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The employee master data or payroll data may be incomplete or incorrect. This can include missing infotypes or incorrect entries in the payroll-related infotypes.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or rules that are causing the payroll to fail.
  Payroll Period Issues: The payroll period may not be set up correctly, or there may be issues with the payroll control record.
  Technical Errors: There could be technical issues in the system, such as program errors or database inconsistencies.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Data: Verify that all necessary infotypes for the employee are correctly filled