How To Fix 5D791 - Change is only effective in future payroll periods

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 791

• Message text: Change is only effective in future payroll periods

What causes this issue?

Entering the special rule 'force principle of origin' in the current
infotype record would only affect future, not the current periods to be
calculated. The system does not allow this. Enter this special rule for
the month in which you want to run retroactive accounting under the
principle of origin.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D791 - Change is only effective in future payroll periods ?

  The SAP error message 5D791 ("Change is only effective in future payroll periods") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when a change is made to an employee's data (such as salary, benefits, or other payroll-related information) that is not effective for the current payroll period. This error indicates that the change you are trying to make will only take effect in a future payroll period, and therefore cannot be processed in the current period.
  Cause:
  
  Timing of Changes: The change you are attempting to make is scheduled to take effect in a future payroll period, but you are trying to process payroll for the current period.
  Payroll Control Record: The payroll control record may be set to a period that does not allow for changes to be made retroactively.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent changes to certain fields after a payroll period has been closed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Effective Dates: Review the effective date of the change you are trying to make. Ensure that you are not trying to apply a change that is set for a future date in the current payroll period.
  Adjust Payroll Control Record: If necessary, adjust the payroll control record to allow for the processing of changes. This may involve reopening a closed payroll period, but this should be done with caution and in accordance with your organization's policies.
  Postpone Changes: If the change is intended for a future date, you may need to wait until the appropriate payroll period to process the change.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to your organization's SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR team for specific procedures related to payroll changes and effective dates.
  Use Retroactive Accounting: If applicable, consider using retroactive accounting to apply changes to past payroll periods, but ensure that this is compliant with your organization's policies.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific guidance or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to payroll data.
  Testing: If you are in a testing environment, ensure that the data is set up correctly to reflect the intended payroll periods and changes.
  Training: If you are unfamiliar with payroll processing in SAP, consider seeking training or guidance from experienced colleagues or SAP consultants.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll to further investigate the issue.