How To Fix 5F039 - Impossible to payroll period parameter: Table T549R

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5F - HR F: Error Messages (France)

• Message number: 039

• Message text: Impossible to payroll period parameter: Table T549R

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F039 - Impossible to payroll period parameter: Table T549R ?

  The SAP error message 5F039 indicates that there is an issue with the payroll period parameter in the table T549R. This table is crucial for defining the payroll periods for different employee groups and is used during the payroll processing in SAP.
  Cause:
  The error typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payroll period for the specific employee group or payroll area may not be defined in the T549R table.
  Incorrect Period Definition: The payroll period may be incorrectly defined, leading to inconsistencies.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to payroll periods, such as overlapping periods or gaps.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or modify the payroll period settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table T549R:
  
  Use transaction code SE16N or SE11 to view the contents of table T549R.
  Verify if the payroll period for the relevant employee group and payroll area is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Define Payroll Periods:
  
  If the payroll period is missing, you can define it using transaction code SM30 or SPRO.
  Navigate to Payroll > Payroll Control Record > Define Payroll Periods and ensure that the necessary entries are made.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the configuration for payroll periods is consistent and does not have any overlaps or gaps.
  Check if the payroll area and employee group settings are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify payroll settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed information on configuring payroll periods.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE16N (Data Browser), SE11 (Data Dictionary), SM30 (Table Maintenance), SPRO (Customizing).
  Tables: T549R (Payroll Periods), T549A (Payroll Control Record).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for additional assistance.