How To Fix AJ197 - Dev. &1 reg. &2 per. &3-&4: incor. from-date in comp.table from user exit

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AJ - Billing program

• Message number: 197

• Message text: Dev. &1 reg. &2 per. &3-&4: incor. from-date in comp.table from user exit

What causes this issue?

A volume correction factor procedure that requires calculation of
compressibility and/or supercompressibility through user exit <LS>
EXIT_SAPLEA54_001</> is active for the specified register. In this
case, however, the value could not be calculated because return table
y_table_compr_factors has an incorrect structure. The from-date of the
earliest entry does not correspond to the from-date passed on in import
parameter X_DATE_FROM.

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?

First analyze the cause of the termination in your user-defined user
exit. Inform the person who is responsible for programming the user
exit.
The person responsible for the program should note the following:
In the IS-U menu, choose <LS>Billing execution</> -> <LS>Billing
analysis</>.
Choose <LS>Settings</> -> <LS>General</>, then set the <LS>Debugging on
</> indicator.
Start a billing simulation with the affected contract. Enter TGHUEXIT
in the <LS>Breakpoint at</> field.
You branch immediately to the point where your user exit is called, and
you may be able to localize the error in debugging.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AJ197 - Dev. &1 reg. &2 per. &3-&4: incor. from-date in comp.table from user exit ?

  The SAP error message AJ197 typically indicates an issue with the validity dates in the compensation table for a specific employee. This error arises when there is an inconsistency between the "from-date" in the compensation table and the data being processed, often due to user exits or custom logic that modifies the standard behavior.
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Dates: The "from-date" in the compensation table does not match the expected date range for the payroll period being processed.
  User Exits: Custom logic implemented in user exits may be incorrectly handling date validations or not accounting for changes in the compensation data.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors in the compensation data can lead to incorrect date ranges.
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the compensation management settings or payroll settings can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Compensation Data: Review the compensation records for the employee in question. Ensure that the "from-date" and "to-date" are correctly set and that they encompass the payroll period being processed.
  Review User Exits: If there are custom user exits or enhancements, review the code to ensure that it correctly handles date validations and does not introduce inconsistencies.
  Correct Data Entry: If the issue is due to manual data entry, correct the dates in the compensation table.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use transaction codes like PE03 or PE04 to check for inconsistencies in the payroll data and correct them.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP notes or documentation related to the specific error message for any additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  Testing: After making corrections, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check employee records and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) for viewing historical data.
  SAP Notes: Search for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Exits: Familiarize yourself with the specific user exits that may be affecting payroll processing, such as EXIT_SAPFP50M_001 or similar, depending on your implementation.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the specific configuration and customizations in your SAP environment.