How To Fix RPUCRT00MESSAGES005 - Internal error: DDIC structure does not match the PCL2 cluster!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RPUCRT00MESSAGES - Messages for report RPUCRT00

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Internal error: DDIC structure does not match the PCL2 cluster!

What causes this issue?

The system has identified that payroll data stored in the cluster file
PCL2 does not match the definition of the payroll result in the PAY<ISO
code>_RESULT structure. This can only occur if the macros for exporting
the payroll results have been modified and the structures in the Data
Dictionary have not.
Processing has been interrupted to ensure that incomplete data records
are not generated.

How to fix this error?

Please contact the SAP Hotline.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RPUCRT00MESSAGES005 - Internal error: DDIC structure does not match the PCL2 cluster! ?

  The SAP error message RPUCRT00MESSAGES005 indicates that there is an internal inconsistency between the Data Dictionary (DDIC) structure and the PCL2 cluster, which is used for storing payroll results. This error typically arises during payroll processing or when trying to access payroll data.
  Causes:
  
  Data Dictionary Changes: Changes made to the Data Dictionary (like adding or modifying fields in the payroll-related structures) that are not reflected in the PCL2 cluster.
  Inconsistent Payroll Data: If the payroll data has been corrupted or is inconsistent due to previous errors or incomplete processing.
  Version Mismatch: If there are discrepancies between the versions of the SAP system and the payroll schema being used.
  Transport Issues: If changes were transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production) and the transport did not include all necessary objects or was not executed correctly.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Data Dictionary: Verify that the Data Dictionary structures (like the infotypes and cluster structures) are correctly defined and match the expected definitions in the PCL2 cluster.
  Rebuild the PCL2 Cluster: If the PCL2 cluster is corrupted, you may need to rebuild it. This can be done using transaction PC00_M00_CEDT (Cluster Data Maintenance) or similar transactions, depending on your SAP version.
  Run Payroll Again: If the error occurred during payroll processing, try running the payroll process again after ensuring that all configurations and data are correct.
  Check for Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific issues, including patches or updates that may resolve the problem.
  Consult SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP Support for assistance. They can provide guidance based on the specific details of your system and configuration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE80 (Object Navigator), and PC00_M00_CEDT (Cluster Data Maintenance).
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to payroll processing and the specific error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation on payroll processing and cluster management to understand the underlying structures and how they interact.
  
  Preventive Measures:
  
  Regularly back up your data and configurations.
  Test changes in a development environment before transporting them to production.
  Keep your SAP system updated with the latest patches and notes from SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to diagnose and resolve the error message RPUCRT00MESSAGES005 effectively.