How To Fix 5Z274 - Payroll period & & for period modifier & not found

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Payroll period & & for period modifier & not found

What causes this issue?

The payroll period was not found in table T549Q.

How to fix this error?

Generate the payroll period.

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z274 - Payroll period & & for period modifier & not found ?

  The SAP error message 5Z274 indicates that the payroll period specified for a particular period modifier is not found in the system. This error typically arises during payroll processing when the system cannot locate the defined payroll period for the specified modifier.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Payroll Period Definition: The payroll period for the specified period modifier has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the payroll periods or period modifiers may be incorrect or incomplete.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry in the payroll processing transaction where the period or modifier is specified.
  Period Modifier Not Active: The period modifier may not be active for the specified payroll area or period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Payroll -> Payroll Area -> Define Payroll Periods.
  Ensure that the payroll period for the specified period modifier is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Period Modifier:
  
  Check if the period modifier is correctly set up in the system.
  Ensure that the period modifier is assigned to the correct payroll area.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entries made during payroll processing to ensure that the correct period and modifier are being used.
  Look for any typos or incorrect values.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on how to configure payroll periods and modifiers.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, run a test payroll to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue continues after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to payroll processing and error 5Z274.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on payroll configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message 5Z274 in SAP.