How To Fix HRPAY99OC172 - Period &1/&2 is too far from the control record (&3/&4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 172

• Message text: Period &1/&2 is too far from the control record (&3/&4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99OC172 - Period &1/&2 is too far from the control record (&3/&4) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99OC172 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the payroll period you are trying to process and the control record in the system. Specifically, it means that the payroll period you are attempting to access is too far from the control record's defined periods.
  Cause:
  
  Control Record Settings: The control record for payroll processing defines the periods for which payroll can be processed. If you are trying to process a payroll period that is outside the range defined in the control record, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Period Input: The payroll period you are trying to run may not be correctly defined or may have been entered incorrectly.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the payroll data or configuration that prevent the system from recognizing the period as valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Control Record: 
  
  Go to the transaction code PA03 (Maintain Control Record) and check the control record settings for the relevant payroll area. Ensure that the periods you are trying to process are within the defined range.
  If necessary, adjust the control record to include the desired payroll period.
  
  
  
  Verify Payroll Period:
  
  Ensure that the payroll period you are trying to process is correct. Check the input parameters and confirm that they match the expected values.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll for Valid Periods:
  
  If the period is indeed too far from the control record, you may need to run payroll for the periods that are valid according to the control record.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources for any specific configurations or settings that may affect payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Contact Support: 
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain Control Record), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and others that may be useful in payroll processing.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  Documentation: Review the SAP HR module documentation for best practices in payroll processing and control record management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.