How To Fix HRPAYNLLA259 - IT &1 does not exist in return period &2 - &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA - Notifications for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 259

• Message text: IT &1 does not exist in return period &2 - &3

What causes this issue?

There is no entry for infotype &v1& in the return period between &v2&
and &v3&. This entry is, however, required to correctly process the
relevant personnel number.

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?

Create a record in &v1& in the return period between &v2& and &v3&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA259 - IT &1 does not exist in return period &2 - &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA259 indicates that there is an issue related to the payroll processing for a specific employee (IT &1) during a specified return period (&2 - &3). This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with payroll results or infotypes.
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The infotype (IT) specified in the error message does not exist for the employee in the specified return period. This could be due to:
  
  The infotype not being maintained for that employee.
  The infotype being deleted or not created for the specified period.
  Incorrect configuration or data entry during payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Period: The return period specified may not align with the periods for which the infotype data is available.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies or missing records.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check if the infotype exists for the employee in the specified period.
  If the infotype is missing, you may need to create or maintain it for the relevant period.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll configuration is set up correctly and that the infotype is included in the payroll schema.
  Check if the infotype is relevant for the payroll run you are processing.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Return Period:
  
  Verify that the return period specified in the error message is correct. If it is not, adjust it to a valid period where the infotype data exists.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the infotype requirements or the payroll process, consult with your HR or payroll team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use transaction code PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll) to run payroll consistency checks to identify any other potential issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose (e.g., personal data, payroll data, etc.).
  Payroll Processing: Payroll in SAP HCM involves various steps, including data collection, calculation, and reporting. Each step relies on accurate and complete infotype data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for relevant notes in the SAP Support Portal.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary solutions to resolve it.