How To Fix WS787 - Profile for Personnel Settlement Document Inbound &1 text does not exist.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WS - Supplier Billing Document

• Message number: 787

• Message text: Profile for Personnel Settlement Document Inbound &1 text does not exist.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WS787 - Profile for Personnel Settlement Document Inbound &1 text does not exist. ?

  The SAP error message:
  WS787 Profile for Personnel Settlement Document Inbound &1 text does not exist
  Cause:
  This error occurs when the system is trying to process a Personnel Settlement Document inbound interface, but the required profile (configuration) for the inbound processing is missing or not maintained in the system. The placeholder &1 in the message refers to the profile name that the system is trying to find but cannot.
  In SAP HR (HCM) or Payroll interfaces, profiles define how inbound or outbound data is processed. If the profile for Personnel Settlement Document inbound processing is not created or maintained, the system cannot proceed and throws this error.
  Where it occurs:
  
  During inbound processing of Personnel Settlement Documents (e.g., payroll results, settlement data) via interfaces such as BAPIs, IDocs, or other inbound data transfer methods.
  Typically in Payroll or Personnel Administration modules where settlement documents are processed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Profile Name:
  
  Identify the profile name mentioned in the error message (the &1 value).
  This profile name is usually passed during the inbound processing call or is expected by the system.
  
  
  
  Maintain/Create the Profile:
  
  Go to the relevant IMG node or transaction where Personnel Settlement Document inbound profiles are maintained.
  For example, in Payroll or Personnel Settlement processing, profiles might be maintained in:
  
  Transaction PE03 (Payroll: Maintain Processing Classes and Profiles)
  Or a custom configuration node under Personnel Administration or Payroll interface settings.
  
  
  Create or maintain the profile with the exact name as required.
  Ensure the profile contains the correct settings for inbound processing.
  
  
  
  Verify Configuration:
  
  Check if the profile is assigned correctly in the interface or inbound processing configuration.
  If the profile is referenced in a custom program or interface, verify the profile name is correct and exists in the system.
  
  
  
  Transport the Profile:
  
  If the profile exists in a development system but not in production, ensure it is transported properly.
  
  
  
  Test the Inbound Processing:
  
  After maintaining the profile, reprocess the inbound Personnel Settlement Document to confirm the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes related to Personnel Settlement Document inbound processing for any known issues or updates.
  Interface Documentation: Review the interface or BAPI documentation to understand the required profiles and their configuration.
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PE03 - Payroll: Maintain Processing Classes and Profiles
  SM30 - Table maintenance for profile tables (if applicable)
  
  
  Tables: Profiles might be stored in custom or standard tables related to payroll or personnel settlement processing.
  Consult Basis/HR Functional Team: If unsure about the profile configuration, consult your HR functional consultant or Basis team.
  
  
  Summary:
  
  Cause: Missing or unmaintained profile for Personnel Settlement Document inbound processing.
  Solution: Create or maintain the required profile with the exact name in the system.
  Check: Profile name correctness, configuration, and transport status.
  
  If you provide the exact profile name (&1 value), I can help guide you to the exact configuration path or transaction.