How To Fix HRPAY99OC171 - There is no entry (&2, &3) in T549Q for period modifier &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 171

• Message text: There is no entry (&2, &3) in T549Q for period modifier &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99OC171 - There is no entry (&2, &3) in T549Q for period modifier &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99OC171 indicates that there is no entry in the T549Q table for the specified period modifier. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when the system is trying to access a specific configuration related to payroll periods.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a configuration entry in the T549Q table for the specified period modifier. The T549Q table is used to define the period modifiers for payroll processing, and if the system cannot find an entry for the combination of the specified period modifier and the employee's payroll area or other relevant parameters, it will trigger this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check the T549Q Table:
  
  Use transaction code SE16 or SE16N to access the T549Q table.
  Look for entries that match the period modifier (&1) and the other parameters (&2, &3) mentioned in the error message.
  If there are no entries, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  Create or Update the Entry:
  
  If the entry is missing, you can create a new entry in the T549Q table.
  Ensure that you have the correct values for the period modifier, payroll area, and any other relevant fields.
  If an entry exists but is incorrect, you may need to update it with the correct information.
  
  
  
  Consult with Payroll Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct values to enter, consult with your SAP HR payroll configuration team or a functional consultant who specializes in payroll.
  They can provide guidance on the correct configuration settings based on your organization's payroll processing requirements.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that payroll processing can proceed without issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  SE16/SE16N: Data Browser for viewing table entries.
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data, where you can check employee-specific settings.
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll processing transaction, where you can run payroll.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payroll configuration and the T549Q table.
  Check for any notes or updates from SAP that may relate to this error message.
  
  
  
  Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configuration, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAY99OC171 error in your SAP system.