How To Fix HRCALCOREPORT056 - Control record Tx PA03 does not correspond with Payroll Period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRCALCOREPORT - Messages for payroll reports (CO)

• Message number: 056

• Message text: Control record Tx PA03 does not correspond with Payroll Period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRCALCOREPORT056 - Control record Tx PA03 does not correspond with Payroll Period ?

  The SAP error message HRCALCOREPORT056 indicates that there is a mismatch between the control record in the payroll area and the payroll period you are trying to process. This typically occurs when the payroll period you are attempting to run does not align with the control record settings in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Payroll Period: The payroll period you are trying to process does not match the control record settings for the payroll area.
  Incorrect Control Record: The control record for the payroll area may not be set up correctly or may not have been updated for the current payroll period.
  Payroll Area Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll area in the system, such as incorrect dates or periods defined.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual errors in entering payroll data or selecting the wrong payroll period.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Control Record:
  
  Go to transaction code PA03 to view the control record for the payroll area.
  Ensure that the control record is set up for the correct payroll period you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Verify Payroll Period:
  
  Confirm that the payroll period you are trying to run matches the control record settings.
  If necessary, adjust the payroll period in your processing run to match the control record.
  
  
  
  Update Control Record:
  
  If the control record is outdated or incorrect, update it to reflect the current payroll period.
  Ensure that the start and end dates of the payroll period are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Review the configuration of the payroll area in the system to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Check for any recent changes that may have affected the payroll area settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling payroll control records and periods.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists 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: 
  
  PA03: Maintain Control Record
  PA03: Display Control Record
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Calculation
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on payroll processing and control records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message HRCALCOREPORT056 and successfully process payroll for the desired period.