How To Fix HRPAYIEPAYROLL103 - Use either the standard P30 dates OR the general period selection

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYIEPAYROLL - Message class for payroll reporting - IE

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Use either the standard P30 dates OR the general period selection

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEPAYROLL103 - Use either the standard P30 dates OR the general period selection ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEPAYROLL103 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the date selection criteria used for payroll processing. Specifically, it suggests that you need to choose either the standard P30 dates or the general period selection, but not both.
  Cause:
  
  Conflicting Date Selections: The error arises when both the standard P30 dates and a custom date range are selected simultaneously in the payroll processing screen.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll schema or in the payroll processing transaction that are not aligned with the expected input.
  User Input Error: The user may have inadvertently selected both options without realizing the conflict.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Review Date Selections:
  
  Go to the payroll processing transaction where the error occurred.
  Check the date selection fields and ensure that you are only using one of the options: either the standard P30 dates or the general period selection.
  
  
  
  Adjust Settings:
  
  If you need to use the standard P30 dates, deselect any custom date ranges you may have selected.
  Conversely, if you need to use a custom date range, ensure that the standard P30 dates are not selected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to payroll processing to understand the implications of each date selection option.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR module administrator or a functional consultant to review the configuration settings related to payroll processing. They may need to adjust the schema or settings to prevent this conflict.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  P30 Dates: These are standard payroll processing dates that are typically predefined in the system based on the payroll calendar.
  General Period Selection: This allows users to define a custom date range for payroll processing, which can be useful for specific reporting or processing needs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.