How To Fix 3F017 - Validity period lies outside the pay grade period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3F - Compensation Management

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Validity period lies outside the pay grade period

What causes this issue?

You have specified a validity period for the pay grade level that lies
outside the corresponding pay grade's validity period.

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?

Correct the validity period accordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3F017 - Validity period lies outside the pay grade period ?

  The SAP error message 3F017 ("Validity period lies outside the pay grade period") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when there is a mismatch between the validity period of a specific infotype record (like a pay grade) and the defined pay grade period in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Dates: The validity dates (start and end dates) of the infotype record (e.g., pay grade, salary, etc.) do not fall within the defined pay grade period.
  Configuration Issues: The pay grade period may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry when creating or modifying infotype records can lead to this error.
  Changes in Pay Grade: If there have been recent changes to the pay grade structure or periods, existing records may no longer be valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates of the infotype record that is causing the error. Ensure that the start and end dates fall within the defined pay grade period.
  Review Pay Grade Configuration: Check the configuration of the pay grade periods in the system. Ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no gaps or overlaps that could cause this issue.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the dates in the infotype record to align with the pay grade period.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing pay grades and validity periods.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and modify the infotype records.
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee-related data. Common infotypes related to pay grades include 0008 (Basic Pay) and 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions).
  Pay Grade Configuration: Pay grades are typically configured in the SAP system under the personnel administration module. This includes defining the pay grade structure, validity periods, and associated salary ranges.
  Testing Changes: After making any changes, it is advisable to test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 3F017 and ensure that the validity periods of your infotype records align correctly with the pay grade periods defined in your SAP system.