How To Fix HRIESP072 - Error; Payroll Areas &1 and &2 have different period modifiers &3 and &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 072

• Message text: Error; Payroll Areas &1 and &2 have different period modifiers &3 and &4

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP072 - Error; Payroll Areas &1 and &2 have different period modifiers &3 and &4 ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP072 indicates that there is a mismatch in the period modifiers for two different payroll areas in the payroll processing. This error typically arises when you are trying to process payroll for employees who belong to different payroll areas that have been configured with different period modifiers.
  Cause:
  
  Different Period Modifiers: Each payroll area can have its own period modifier, which defines how payroll periods are calculated. If you attempt to run payroll for employees in two different payroll areas that have different period modifiers, SAP will throw this error.
  Configuration Issues: This can also occur due to incorrect configuration in the payroll area settings or if the payroll areas are not set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payroll areas in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll Areas > Define Payroll Areas.
  Verify the period modifiers assigned to the payroll areas in question.
  
  
  
  Align Period Modifiers:
  
  If the payroll areas are intended to be processed together, consider aligning their period modifiers. This may involve changing the configuration of one of the payroll areas to match the other.
  
  
  
  Separate Payroll Runs:
  
  If the payroll areas are meant to remain distinct, ensure that you are running payroll separately for each payroll area. This means processing payroll for employees in one payroll area at a time.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Assignments:
  
  Check the employee assignments to ensure that they are correctly assigned to the appropriate payroll area. You can do this using transaction code PA20 or PA30 to view employee master data.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR consultant for specific guidance on handling payroll area configurations and period modifiers.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to HR payroll processing that might provide additional insights or solutions for similar issues.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that payroll runs correctly without errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRIESP072 error and ensure that payroll processing can proceed smoothly.