How To Fix HRPAYNLLA_EN238 - Payroll area &1 not set to EXIT (or closed) for wage return period &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA_EN - Error Messages for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Payroll area &1 not set to EXIT (or closed) for wage return period &4

What causes this issue?

For payroll area &V1& the payroll run for period &V4& has not been
completed (status &V2&).

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Complete the payroll run or change the wage return period.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN238 - Payroll area &1 not set to EXIT (or closed) for wage return period &4 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN238 indicates that there is an issue with the payroll area configuration in the context of wage return periods. Specifically, it suggests that the payroll area is not set to "EXIT" or "closed" for the specified wage return period. This can prevent payroll processing from proceeding as expected.
  Cause:
  
  Payroll Area Configuration: The payroll area may not be properly configured to allow for wage return processing. This could be due to the payroll area being open for processing when it should be closed.
  Wage Return Period: The wage return period specified may not align with the payroll area settings, leading to inconsistencies.
  Incorrect Settings: There may be incorrect settings in the payroll area or wage return period that need to be addressed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Area Settings:
  
  Go to the configuration for the payroll area in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll Area > Define Payroll Area.
  Ensure that the payroll area is set to "EXIT" or "closed" for the relevant wage return period.
  
  
  
  Review Wage Return Period:
  
  Check the wage return period settings to ensure they are correctly defined and correspond to the payroll area.
  Ensure that the wage return period is not overlapping with other periods that may cause conflicts.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Processing:
  
  If the payroll area is still open, consider closing it if no further changes are expected for that period.
  If necessary, consult with your payroll administrator or SAP support to ensure that the payroll area and wage return period settings are correctly aligned.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area) and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) for further investigation.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed guidance on payroll area configuration and wage return periods.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYNLLA_EN238 error and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.