How To Fix HRPAYDEPF263 - Subapplication PFEP is inactive for selected period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEPF - Error messages for German infotype module pools: garnishment

• Message number: 263

• Message text: Subapplication PFEP is inactive for selected period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF263 - Subapplication PFEP is inactive for selected period ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF263 indicates that the subapplication PFEP (Pension Fund Entry Processing) is inactive for the selected period. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when the system attempts to process pension fund entries but finds that the relevant configuration for the specified period is not active.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Subapplication: The PFEP subapplication may not be activated for the payroll period you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that have not been properly set up for the PFEP subapplication.
  Period Lock: The payroll period may be locked or closed, preventing any changes or processing related to PFEP.
  Missing Entries: There may be missing entries or data in the relevant tables that are required for processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Activate PFEP: 
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP (usually through transaction code SPRO).
  Navigate to the relevant section for payroll and ensure that the PFEP subapplication is activated for the required period.
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Control Record:
  
  Use transaction code PC00_MXX_CEDT (where MXX is your country-specific payroll) to check the payroll control record.
  Ensure that the payroll period is open and that the PFEP subapplication is active.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration for the pension fund and ensure that all necessary settings are correctly defined.
  Ensure that the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0015 for additional payments) are correctly maintained for the employees involved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the PFEP subapplication for any specific requirements or known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (Customizing), PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Control Record), and PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  SAP Notes: Search for SAP Notes related to HRPAYDEPF263 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed documentation on payroll processing and pension fund management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEPF263 error and successfully process payroll with the PFEP subapplication.