How To Fix HRPAYNLLA205 - Feature &1: LePer &2 is not valid in return period &3 - &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA - Notifications for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Feature &1: LePer &2 is not valid in return period &3 - &4

What causes this issue?

RePer &v2& specified in feature &v1& is invalid. In the validity period
of the <ZK>Wage return</> 2006 from &v3& to &v4& (which is determined by
subapplication <ZH>LA06</>), there is no corresponding entry in the
<ZK>Relation management</>.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Check the entries in table <ZK>Relation between representing legal
persons and ext. instanties</> (<ZH>T5N9R</>).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA205 - Feature &1: LePer &2 is not valid in return period &3 - &4 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA205 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that a specific feature (in this case, &1 refers to the feature name) is not valid for the specified return period (&3 to &4) for the employee (&2 refers to the employee identifier).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Feature Configuration: The feature specified in the error message may not be correctly configured or may not exist in the system for the specified return period.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data or payroll data that prevent the system from processing the payroll correctly.
  Period-Specific Rules: The feature may have rules or conditions that are not met for the specified period, leading to its invalidation.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Feature Configuration:
  
  Go to the feature configuration in the SAP system (transaction code PE03).
  Verify that the feature &1 is correctly defined and active for the specified return period.
  Ensure that the feature is applicable to the employee group or subtype associated with the employee &2.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee master data for &2 to ensure that all necessary fields are filled out correctly.
  Look for any missing or incorrect entries that could affect payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Validate Period Settings:
  
  Ensure that the payroll period settings are correct and that the feature is valid for the specified period &3 to &4.
  If the feature is time-dependent, check if it is set to be valid for the specified period.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to the specific feature to understand its requirements and limitations.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  If changes are made to the feature or employee data, run a test payroll for the affected period to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PE03 (Feature Maintenance)
  PA20 (Display HR Master Data)
  PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on the error.
  
  
  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.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.