How To Fix HRPADCASTD017 - Absence period is longer than &1. STD pay period.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADCASTD - Messages for HR-CA / HR-US: Short / long term disability

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Absence period is longer than &1. STD pay period.

What causes this issue?

The absence end date is bigger than the latest Short term
disability pay period. So there is an unpaid period. Please
confirm it.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADCASTD017 - Absence period is longer than &1. STD pay period. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADCASTD017 indicates that the absence period specified in the system exceeds the standard pay period defined in the configuration. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, where the system checks that the absence does not extend beyond the limits of the defined pay period.
  Cause:
  
  Absence Period Configuration: The absence period entered for an employee is longer than the standard pay period set in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The absence dates may have been incorrectly entered, leading to a longer absence than intended.
  Configuration Issues: The standard pay period settings in the payroll configuration may not align with the absence periods being processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Absence Dates: Review the absence record for the employee to ensure that the start and end dates are correct and do not exceed the standard pay period.
  Adjust Absence Period: If the absence period is indeed longer than the standard pay period, consider adjusting the absence dates to fit within the allowed range.
  Review Pay Period Configuration: Check the configuration of the standard pay period in the payroll settings. Ensure that it is set correctly according to the organization's payroll cycle.
  Consult with Payroll Administrator: If you are unsure about the correct settings or adjustments, consult with your payroll administrator or SAP HR specialist for guidance.
  Use Partial Absences: If the absence needs to be recorded for a longer duration, consider splitting the absence into multiple entries that fit within the standard pay periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and modify absence records.
  Infotypes: The relevant infotypes for absence management include Infotype 2001 (Absences) and Infotype 2002 (Leave Entitlement).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation for detailed guidelines on absence management and payroll configuration.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADCASTD017 error and ensure that absence periods are correctly aligned with the standard pay periods in your SAP system.