How To Fix 5F522 - The program was run for the wrong period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 522

• Message text: The program was run for the wrong period

What causes this issue?

On the selection screen, you entered a supplementary declaration
(corresponding to '2') for the present payroll period. In the event of
a supplementary declaration, it is not possible to execute this program
for a subsequent period or the same period as the current payroll acct.
area.

System Response

The system interrupts processing.

How to fix this error?

Modify the nature of declaration or the program execution period.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5F522 - The program was run for the wrong period ?

  The SAP error message 5F522 ("The program was run for the wrong period") typically occurs when a program or transaction is executed for a time period that is not valid or not allowed in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as financial postings, reporting, or data processing.
  Causes:
  
  Incorrect Period Selection: The user may have selected a period that is closed or not open for posting.
  Configuration Issues: The fiscal year variant or period settings in the configuration may not align with the selected period.
  Posting Periods: The posting periods may not be open for the specific company code or controlling area.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry of dates or periods that do not match the allowed periods in the system.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Posting Periods:
  
  Go to the transaction code OB52 (Maintain Posting Periods) to check if the selected period is open for the relevant company code.
  Ensure that the period you are trying to run the program for is open.
  
  
  
  Adjust Fiscal Year Variant:
  
  Verify the fiscal year variant settings in OB29 (Define Fiscal Year Variants) to ensure that the periods are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Program Parameters:
  
  If the program allows for parameter input, double-check the parameters to ensure that the correct period is being selected.
  
  
  
  Consult with Finance Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the periods or fiscal year settings, consult with your finance or accounting team to confirm the correct periods for posting.
  
  
  
  Error Logs:
  
  Check the error logs or detailed messages in the system for additional context on why the error occurred.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  OB52: Maintain Posting Periods
  OB29: Define Fiscal Year Variants
  S_ALR_87012357: Report for checking open periods
  
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on fiscal year variants and posting periods.
  
  
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify posting periods if required.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5F522 and successfully run the program for the correct period.