How To Fix HRPADDERR013 - Payroll area &1 has status '&2'.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADDERR - Retroactive accounting trigger

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Payroll area &1 has status '&2'.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADDERR013 - Payroll area &1 has status '&2'. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADDERR013 indicates that there is an issue with the payroll area in the Human Resources (HR) module. Specifically, the message states that the payroll area you are trying to work with has a status that is not valid for the operation you are attempting to perform.
  Cause:
  The error message typically arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Inactive Payroll Area: The payroll area you are trying to use is marked as inactive or has been set to a status that does not allow processing (e.g., closed for the current period).
  Incorrect Configuration: The payroll area may not be properly configured in the system, leading to inconsistencies.
  Period Lock: The payroll area might be locked for processing in the current payroll period.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Status:
  
  Go to the transaction code PA03 (Maintain Payroll Areas) and check the status of the payroll area in question. Ensure that it is active and configured correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Period Settings:
  
  Check if the payroll area is locked for the current payroll period. You can do this in the transaction code PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll driver) to see if the payroll has been closed.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the payroll area is inactive or incorrectly configured, you may need to adjust the settings. This may involve changing the status to active or correcting any configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module administrator for specific details related to your organization's payroll setup.
  
  
  
  Check User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access and modify payroll area settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain Payroll Areas), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Processing), and others that may be relevant to payroll processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional troubleshooting steps or patches that may address the issue.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.