How To Fix HRPAY99OC017 - Off-cycle reason and payroll type do not match

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99OC - International payroll accounting, off-cycle

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Off-cycle reason and payroll type do not match

What causes this issue?

The payroll type does not correspond to the off-cycle reason you have
entered.
The valid reasons and accompanying payroll types are defined in view
V_T52OCR.

System Response

Check the entry. Enter the payroll type that corresponds to the
selected off-cycle reason.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99OC017 - Off-cycle reason and payroll type do not match ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99OC017 indicates that there is a mismatch between the off-cycle reason and the payroll type in the payroll processing for HR (Human Resources). This error typically occurs during the off-cycle payroll run when the system detects that the specified off-cycle reason does not correspond to the payroll type that is being processed.
  Cause:
  
  Mismatch in Configuration: The off-cycle reason defined in the system may not be correctly configured to match the payroll type. Each off-cycle reason should be associated with specific payroll types.
  Incorrect Off-Cycle Reason: The off-cycle reason selected during the payroll run may not be valid for the payroll type being processed.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the wrong off-cycle reason is selected.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually in the SPRO transaction) and verify the mapping between off-cycle reasons and payroll types.
  Ensure that the off-cycle reason you are trying to use is correctly linked to the payroll type in the system.
  
  
  
  Review Off-Cycle Reason:
  
  Check the off-cycle reason you are using in the payroll run. Make sure it is appropriate for the payroll type you are processing.
  If necessary, change the off-cycle reason to one that matches the payroll type.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  If the error is due to incorrect data entry, correct the entry and re-run the payroll process.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the configuration of off-cycle reasons and payroll types.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA03 (Maintain Off-Cycle Reasons) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access the configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the payroll has the necessary authorizations to access and modify payroll settings.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module expert or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.