How To Fix HRPAYNLLA_EN239 - The wage return period &4 is not compatible with payroll period &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 239

• Message text: The wage return period &4 is not compatible with payroll period &3

What causes this issue?

The current wage return in-period &V4& does not match the current
payroll period &V3& for payroll area &V1&.

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?

Check the payroll control record for the payroll area &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN239 - The wage return period &4 is not compatible with payroll period &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN239 indicates that there is a mismatch between the wage return period and the payroll period in the payroll processing for HR (Human Resources) modules. This error typically arises when the configuration of the payroll periods does not align with the wage return periods defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Mismatch: The wage return period defined for the employee or the payroll area does not match the payroll period settings. This can happen if the payroll periods are set up incorrectly or if there have been changes to the payroll configuration that have not been reflected in the wage return settings.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect entries in the employee master data or payroll control records that lead to this inconsistency.
  Customizations: If there are custom developments or enhancements in the payroll processing, they might not be handling the wage return periods correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Go to the payroll area configuration in the SAP system and verify the settings for the payroll periods and wage return periods.
  Ensure that the wage return period is correctly defined and matches the payroll period for the relevant payroll area.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee master data (infotypes) to ensure that the wage return period is set correctly for the employee in question.
  Look for any inconsistencies in the infotypes related to payroll (e.g., infotype 0001, 0008, etc.).
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Control Records:
  
  Review the payroll control records for the specific payroll run and ensure that the periods are correctly defined.
  If necessary, adjust the control records to align with the correct wage return period.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll configuration to ensure that all settings are correctly implemented.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the configurations and data, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes such as 0001 (Organizational Assignment), 0008 (Basic Pay), and others that may affect payroll processing.
  Documentation: Review SAP Help Portal or SAP Notes for specific guidance on payroll configuration and troubleshooting.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYNLLA_EN239 error and ensure that the payroll processing runs smoothly.