How To Fix 5E637 - Payroll &1 and &2 results unified in one single interval in &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 637

• Message text: Payroll &1 and &2 results unified in one single interval in &3

What causes this issue?

A payroll split has generated the payroll results &v1& and &v2&. This
split is irrelevant for Social Insurance. Because of this, the system
does not generate a new bracket. Instead, it combines these results in
one payroll interval.

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 5E637 - Payroll &1 and &2 results unified in one single interval in &3 ?

  The SAP error message 5E637 typically relates to payroll processing in the SAP system, specifically indicating that payroll results for two different periods (or payroll runs) are being unified into a single interval. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when there are overlapping payroll periods or when payroll results are incorrectly configured.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Payroll Periods: The error may arise if there are overlapping payroll periods for the same employee, which can happen if payroll runs are not properly closed or if there are adjustments made to payroll results.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payroll schema or in the infotype records can lead to this error.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data or payroll results that cause the system to attempt to unify results incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Periods: Review the payroll periods for the affected employee(s) to ensure there are no overlaps. Make sure that all payroll runs are properly closed before starting a new one.
  Review Payroll Results: Use transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT or PE03 to check the payroll results for the employee. Look for any anomalies or overlapping entries.
  Adjust Configuration: If the issue is due to configuration, consult with your SAP HR/Payroll consultant to review the payroll schema and infotype settings.
  Run Payroll Again: After resolving any issues, you may need to rerun the payroll for the affected period.
  Consult SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) for troubleshooting.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and error handling for more detailed guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.