How To Fix HRESS_HRPADBR_LVP003 - Off-cycle reason &1 is invalid for infotype &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS_HRPADBR_LVP - General messages for Leave Planning

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Off-cycle reason &1 is invalid for infotype &2

What causes this issue?

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 HRESS_HRPADBR_LVP003 - Off-cycle reason &1 is invalid for infotype &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRESS_HRPADBR_LVP003 indicates that there is an issue with the off-cycle reason specified for a particular infotype in the Human Resources (HR) module. This error typically arises when the off-cycle reason provided does not match any valid entries in the system for the specified infotype.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Off-Cycle Reason: The off-cycle reason you are trying to use is not defined in the system or is not valid for the specified infotype.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system where the off-cycle reasons are not properly set up or linked to the infotype.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be a typographical error or incorrect selection made while entering the off-cycle reason.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Off-Cycle Reasons:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for off-cycle reasons in the SAP system (usually found in the IMG under Payroll settings).
  Verify that the off-cycle reason you are trying to use is defined and active for the relevant infotype.
  
  
  
  Validate Infotype:
  
  Ensure that the infotype you are working with is correctly set up to accept the specified off-cycle reason.
  Check if the infotype is configured to allow off-cycle processing.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for the off-cycle reason to ensure there are no typographical errors.
  Make sure you are selecting the correct off-cycle reason from the dropdown list if applicable.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific infotype and off-cycle processing to understand the valid combinations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the configuration, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose and can be configured to handle various HR processes.
  Off-Cycle Payroll: Off-cycle payroll refers to payroll processing that occurs outside of the regular payroll schedule, often used for adjustments, corrections, or special payments.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as SAP frequently updates its software to address bugs and improve functionality.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue related to the error message HRESS_HRPADBR_LVP003.