F0286 - Payroll: Pmnt advice section missing for check & & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: F0 - FI batch program messages

• Message number: 286

• Message text: Payroll: Pmnt advice section missing for check & & & &

What causes this issue?

Due to an error in the Payroll Accounting module, the payment advice
section with the detailed information on the payment is missing for
check &V4& (company code &V1&, bank &V2&, account &V3&).

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message F0286 - Payroll: Pmnt advice section missing for check & & & & ?

  The SAP error message F0286, which states "Payroll: Payment advice section missing for check," typically occurs during the payroll processing or payment run in SAP. This error indicates that the system is unable to find the necessary payment advice section for a specific check, which is essential for processing payroll payments.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Payment Advice Configuration: The payment advice section may not be configured correctly in the payroll settings.
  Incorrect Check Number: The check number referenced in the error may not exist or may not have been generated properly.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the payroll data that prevent the generation of the payment advice.
  Incomplete Payroll Run: The payroll run may not have been completed successfully, leading to missing payment advice information.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payment advice section.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Configuration: Verify the configuration settings for payment advice in the payroll module. Ensure that all necessary parameters are set up correctly.
  Review Check Number: Confirm that the check number referenced in the error message is valid and corresponds to an existing payment.
  Run Payroll Again: If the payroll run was incomplete, consider re-running the payroll process to ensure that all necessary data is generated.
  Check for Data Inconsistencies: Review the payroll data for any inconsistencies or errors that may be causing the issue. Correct any discrepancies found.
  Authorization Check: Ensure that the user has the appropriate authorizations to access and generate payment advice sections.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation) or PC00_MXX_PAYM (for payment processing) to troubleshoot and resolve the issue.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions for common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation for payroll processing to understand the requirements for payment advice sections and how they are generated.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP payroll processing.