How To Fix HRPAYFI_KATRE276 - Negative settlement can be only used in retro period &1!

HRPAYFI_KATRE276 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFI_KATRE - KATRE (Income Register)

• Message number: 276

• Message text: Negative settlement can be only used in retro period &1!

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HRPAYFI_KATRE276 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYFI_KATRE276 indicates that a negative settlement can only be used in a retroactive period. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with adjustments or corrections to payroll results.
  
  Cause:
  
  Negative Settlement Attempt: The error occurs when there is an attempt to process a negative settlement (e.g., a deduction or correction) outside of the allowed retroactive period. In SAP, retroactive accounting is used to adjust payroll results for previous periods, and negative settlements are only permitted within this timeframe.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll schema or in the retroactive accounting settings that are not aligned with the intended processing.
  Incorrect Period Selection: The payroll period selected for the negative settlement may not be within the defined retroactive period.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Retroactive Accounting Period: Verify the retroactive accounting period settings in your payroll configuration. Ensure that the period you are trying to process