How To Fix HRPAYFI_KATRE227 - Retro-depth change detected - reverted!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFI_KATRE - KATRE (Income Register)

• Message number: 227

• Message text: Retro-depth change detected - reverted!

What causes this issue?

<ZH>Example for reporting period 03/2019.</>
Accepted reports on IR side are:
Replacement for 01/2019 IN 02/2019 - V2
New for 02/2019 IN 02/2019 - V1

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

You adjusted basic pay for employee from 01/2019 and run payroll for
03/2019. This cause retro calculation to 01/2019. You have reported
results to IR, so accepted reports are now:
Replacement for 01/2019 IN 03/2019 - V3
Replacement for 02/2019 IN 03/2019 - V2
New for 03/2019 IN 03/2019 - V1
Afterward you realized, that it was mistake and basic pay change should
happen from 02/2019. Therefore, you delete payroll results, modify
master data and run payroll for 03/2019 again. This will cause retro
only to 02/2019.
KATRE reporting process now evaluated changes and prepare only the
replacement for period 02 in version 3. But as period 01/2019 was
mistakenly reported in previous attempt, it must be reverted to version
which was valid before this mistake (i.e. Replacement for 01/2019 IN
02/2019 - V2). Therefore, following reports are prepared:
Replacement for 01/2019 IN 03/2019 - V4 (version and IPRUN must be
adjusted)
Replacement for 02/2019 IN 03/2019 - V3
Accepted reports on IR side will be:
Replacement for 01/2019 IN 03/2019 - V4
Replacement for 02/2019 IN 03/2019 - V3
New for 03/2019 IN 03/2019 - V1

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE227 - Retro-depth change detected - reverted! ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE227 with the description "Retro-depth change detected - reverted!" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there has been a change in the retroactive accounting depth for an employee's payroll data, which has led to the system reverting the changes made.
  Cause:
  
  
  Retroactive Accounting Changes: The error usually arises when there are changes made to payroll data that affect previous payroll periods. If the retroactive accounting depth is altered (for example, if a change is made to an employee's master data or payroll results), the system may detect inconsistencies and revert the changes to maintain data integrity.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: Incorrect configuration in the payroll settings or retroactive accounting settings can also lead to this error. This includes settings related to the payroll area, payroll periods, or retroactive accounting limits.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: If there are inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as changes in wage types, infotypes, or other payroll-relevant data, it can trigger this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Review Changes: Check the changes made to the employee's master data or payroll results. Ensure that any changes are valid and do not conflict with existing payroll data.
  
  
  Check Retroactive Accounting Settings: Verify the configuration settings for retroactive accounting in the payroll schema. Ensure that the retroactive accounting depth is set correctly and is appropriate for the payroll area.
  
  
  Run Payroll Again: After addressing any inconsistencies or configuration issues, re-run the payroll for the affected period. This may resolve the error if the underlying issues have been corrected.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to retroactive accounting and payroll processing for specific guidance on handling this error.
  
  
  Debugging: If the issue persists, consider debugging the payroll process to identify the exact point of failure. This may require technical expertise in SAP ABAP.
  
  
  SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance. They can provide insights based on the specific configuration and data in your system.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarize yourself with the payroll processing steps in SAP HCM, especially those related to retroactive accounting.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.