How To Fix HRPADDERR002 - Retroactive accounting date was not changed in infotype 0003.

HRPADDERR002 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADDERR - Retroactive accounting trigger

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Retroactive accounting date was not changed in infotype 0003.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADDERR002 - Retroactive accounting date was not changed in infotype 0003. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADDERR002 indicates that there is an issue with retroactive accounting in the Human Resources module, specifically related to infotype 0003 (Payroll Status). This error typically arises when there is an attempt to change the retroactive accounting date, but the system does not allow it due to certain conditions not being met.
  
  Cause:
  
  Locked Period: The payroll period for which you are trying to change the retroactive accounting date may be locked. This can happen if payroll has already been processed for that period.
  Incorrect Date: The date you are trying to set as the retroactive accounting date may not be valid or may fall outside the permissible range.
  Infotype Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the infotype that prevent changes to the retroactive accounting date.
  Pending Actions: There may be pending actions or processes that need to be completed before the retroactive accounting date can be changed.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Status: Ensure