How To Fix HR_BIW_PP012 - Posting run &1: End date of in-period missing

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR_BIW_PP - Message class for HR posting data extractors

• Message number: 012

• Message text: Posting run &1: End date of in-period missing

What causes this issue?

The system tried to determine the <LS>in period end date</> for the
data records of the posting run but could not find the data.

System Response

The field IPEND was transferred in the BW without any content.

How to fix this error?

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

INCLUDE HR_BIW_PP_WARNING OBJECT DOKU ID TX

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR_BIW_PP012 - Posting run &1: End date of in-period missing ?

  The SAP error message HR_BIW_PP012, which states "Posting run &1: End date of in-period missing," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a missing end date for a specific period in the posting run, which is necessary for the payroll process to complete successfully.
  Cause:
  
  Missing End Date: The primary cause of this error is that the end date for the in-period (the period for which payroll is being processed) has not been defined or is missing in the configuration.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an issue with the configuration of the payroll periods or the posting run settings in the system.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be data entry errors in the payroll master data or in the infotypes related to payroll processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Period Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the payroll area configuration in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the payroll periods are correctly defined, including both start and end dates.
  Verify that the end date for the in-period is set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Posting Run Settings:
  
  Check the settings for the posting run (Transaction code: PC00_MXX_CALC).
  Ensure that all necessary parameters, including the end date, are correctly configured.
  
  
  
  Correct Master Data:
  
  Review the employee master data and infotypes related to payroll (e.g., Infotype 0003 - Payroll Status).
  Ensure that all relevant dates are filled in correctly and that there are no inconsistencies.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use the payroll simulation or consistency check tools available in SAP to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific guidance on this error message.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support 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 for any SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HR_BIW_PP012 error in your SAP system.