How To Fix HRPADFI040 - Payroll period &2 in year &3 not defined in T549Q for modifier &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADFI - Message Class For Finnish PA

• Message number: 040

• Message text: Payroll period &2 in year &3 not defined in T549Q for modifier &1.

What causes this issue?

The system needed information about a payroll perdio for which no entry
exists in table T549Q (payroll period). This is needed to continue
processing.

System Response

This error message stops further processing until the payroll period is
defined in T549Q

How to fix this error?

Create the corresponding entry in T549Q. This can be done either
manually by using view V_T549Q or by running report RPUCTP00

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADFI040 - Payroll period &2 in year &3 not defined in T549Q for modifier &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADFI040 indicates that there is an issue with the payroll period configuration in the system. Specifically, it states that the payroll period for a given year is not defined in the T549Q table for the specified modifier. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, solution, and related information for this error:
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payroll period for the specified year and modifier is not defined in the T549Q table. This can happen if the payroll periods have not been set up correctly for the specific modifier or if the configuration was not completed for that year.
  Incorrect Modifier: The modifier specified in the error message may not be valid or may not have the corresponding payroll periods defined.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been issues in transferring the payroll period configurations.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check T549Q Table: 
  
  Go to transaction SE16 or SE16N and enter the table name T549Q.
  Check if the payroll period for the specified year and modifier exists. If it does not, you will need to create the necessary entries.
  
  
  
  Define Payroll Periods:
  
  If the payroll period is missing, you can define it by going to the configuration path:
  
  SPRO > Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll for Germany (or your relevant country) > Define Payroll Periods.
  
  
  Ensure that you create the correct entries for the specified year and modifier.
  
  
  
  Review Modifier Settings:
  
  Verify that the modifier used in the payroll run is correct and that it corresponds to the payroll periods defined in T549Q.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review any relevant documentation or guidelines for setting up payroll periods in your specific SAP environment.
  
  
  
  Testing: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  T549Q Table: This table contains the definitions of payroll periods for different modifiers and years. It is crucial for payroll processing.
  Modifiers: Modifiers are used in payroll processing to differentiate between various payroll runs (e.g., regular payroll, off-cycle payroll).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on payroll configuration.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and Payroll configurations.