How To Fix GP131 - There is no previous valid combination

GP131 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GP - FI-SL and CO planning

• Message number: 131

• Message text: There is no previous valid combination

What causes this issue?

You have reached the first valid combination. You cannot scroll back
any further.

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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GP131 - There is no previous valid combination ?

  The SAP error message GP131 ("There is no previous valid combination") typically occurs in the context of SAP's Global Payroll module, particularly when dealing with infotypes and their relationships. This error indicates that the system cannot find a valid previous record or combination of records that is necessary for processing the current payroll run or transaction.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Previous Records: The error often arises when there is no valid previous record for the employee in the relevant infotype. For example, if you are trying to process a payroll run and the system expects a previous salary record but cannot find one, it will trigger this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Infotype Configuration: If the infotypes are not configured correctly or if there are inconsistencies in the data, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Data Entry Issues: Manual data entry errors, such as incorrect dates or missing fields, can also cause the system to fail in finding a