How To Fix HRPAYHU007 - Please specify in-period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYHU - Message class for Hungarian HR

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Please specify in-period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYHU007 - Please specify in-period ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYHU007 ("Please specify in-period") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in the SAP HR module, particularly in Hungary. This error indicates that the system requires a specific period to be defined for the payroll processing, but it has not been provided.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Period Specification: The error usually arises when the payroll run is initiated without specifying the relevant payroll period (e.g., month and year).
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the infotype records that are required for processing payroll.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or incomplete data entry in the payroll processing screen can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Specify the In-Period: When you initiate the payroll run, ensure that you specify the correct in-period (e.g., the month and year for which you are processing payroll). This is usually done in the payroll processing transaction (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC) where you need to enter the relevant period.
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the periods are correctly defined and that the payroll schema is set up properly. This may involve checking the payroll control record and ensuring that it is open for the specified period.
  
  
  Review Infotypes: Ensure that all necessary infotypes (e.g., employee master data, payroll data) are correctly maintained and that there are no missing entries that could affect the payroll run.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources specific to the Hungarian payroll module for additional guidance on resolving this error.
  
  
  Contact Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, 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 PC00_MXX_CALC for payroll processing and PA30 for maintaining employee infotypes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for potential patches or updates that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the payroll run has the necessary authorizations to perform payroll processing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYHU007 error and successfully process payroll in SAP.