How To Fix HRPAYNLLA_EN349 - Period Parameter is &1. Allowed are only monthly (01) and 4-weekly (05)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 349

• Message text: Period Parameter is &1. Allowed are only monthly (01) and 4-weekly (05)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN349 - Period Parameter is &1. Allowed are only monthly (01) and 4-weekly (05) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN349 indicates that there is an issue with the period parameter being used in a payroll processing function. Specifically, the error states that the period parameter is set to a value that is not allowed. The only acceptable values for this parameter are:
  
  01 for monthly payroll
  05 for 4-weekly payroll
  
  Cause
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  An incorrect period parameter is specified in the payroll processing configuration or during the execution of a payroll run.
  The payroll schema or the specific payroll function being executed is expecting a monthly or 4-weekly period but is receiving a different value (e.g., weekly, bi-weekly, etc.).
  
  Solution
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that the period parameter is set correctly. This can usually be found in the payroll schema or in the specific payroll function being executed.
  
  
  
  Verify Input Parameters:
  
  If you are running a payroll program or transaction, ensure that the input parameters you are providing include the correct period parameter (01 for monthly or 05 for 4-weekly).
  
  
  
  Review Custom Code:
  
  If there is any custom code or enhancements in your payroll processing, check to ensure that they are not inadvertently passing an incorrect period parameter.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific payroll function you are using to understand the expected parameters and their valid values.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll to confirm that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific issues or provide guidance on configuration.
  SAP Community: Engage with the SAP Community forums to see if other users have encountered similar issues and what solutions they have found.
  Training and Documentation: Ensure that your HR and payroll team is trained on the correct configuration and usage of payroll parameters to prevent similar issues in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and correct the cause of the HRPAYNLLA_EN349 error message in your SAP system.