How To Fix HRPAY99CALC722 - &1 is ignored, earliest retr. accounting period after forced retr. acc.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99CALC - Error Messages from International Payroll

• Message number: 722

• Message text: &1 is ignored, earliest retr. accounting period after forced retr. acc.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99CALC722 - &1 is ignored, earliest retr. accounting period after forced retr. acc. ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99CALC722 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that a specific payroll result (or calculation) is being ignored because the earliest retroactive accounting period is after the forced retroactive accounting period.
  Cause:
  
  Retroactive Accounting: This error usually arises when there is a discrepancy between the retroactive accounting periods. If a payroll result is being processed for a period that is earlier than the earliest retroactive accounting period defined in the system, the system will ignore that result.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the retroactive accounting settings.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entries in employee master data or payroll results can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Retroactive Accounting Periods:
  
  Review the retroactive accounting settings in the payroll configuration. Ensure that the periods are correctly defined and that the payroll results fall within the allowed range.
  You can check the settings in transaction code SPRO under the path: Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll USA (or your specific country) > Retroactive Accounting.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Results:
  
  If the payroll results are indeed valid but are being ignored due to the retroactive accounting settings, you may need to adjust the payroll results or the retroactive accounting periods.
  Use transaction PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll) to recalculate payroll for the affected periods.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Ensure that the employee master data is correct and that there are no inconsistencies that could affect payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and retroactive accounting for specific guidance on your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for the error message number in the SAP Support Portal.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and PE51 (Schema Maintenance) for troubleshooting.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HCM expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.