How To Fix HRGB_MPT007 - MPT Error: Incomplete payroll result(s) prior to Mid-period Transfer

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_MPT - Mid Period Transfers

• Message number: 007

• Message text: MPT Error: Incomplete payroll result(s) prior to Mid-period Transfer

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.

System Response

How to fix this error?

You must run payroll for all periods prior to Mid Period Transfer (MPT)
date. You must run the payroll with actual payroll area for periods
prior to MPT, and not with the new payroll area assigned after MPT.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_MPT007 - MPT Error: Incomplete payroll result(s) prior to Mid-period Transfer ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_MPT007, which indicates "MPT Error: Incomplete payroll result(s) prior to Mid-period Transfer," typically occurs in the context of mid-period transfers in the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly when dealing with payroll processing. This error suggests that there are incomplete payroll results for an employee before the mid-period transfer is attempted.
  Cause:
  
  Incomplete Payroll Results: The primary cause of this error is that the payroll results for the employee have not been fully processed or are missing for the period leading up to the mid-period transfer.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the payroll settings or in the mid-period transfer settings.
  Data Entry Errors: There could be missing or incorrect data entries in the employee's payroll records.
  Timing Issues: The payroll run may not have been executed for the relevant period, or the results may not have been saved correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Results: Verify that the payroll results for the employee are complete for the periods leading up to the mid-period transfer. You can do this by using transaction codes like PC_PAYRESULT or PE03 to review payroll results.
  Run Payroll: If payroll has not been run for the relevant period, execute the payroll run for that period to ensure that all results are processed.
  Correct Data Entries: Review and correct any data entries that may be causing the payroll results to be incomplete. This includes checking for missing infotypes or incorrect data in the employee's records.
  Configuration Review: Check the configuration settings for mid-period transfers in the system to ensure they are set up correctly. This may involve consulting with your SAP HR configuration team.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to mid-period transfers and payroll processing for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making corrections, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PC_PAYRESULT (Display Payroll Results).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user attempting the mid-period transfer has the necessary authorizations to perform payroll-related actions.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on mid-period transfers and payroll processing.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or your internal SAP HR team for further assistance.