How To Fix HRPAYNLLA_EN355 - Missing period customizing; regenerate for table T549Q

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 355

• Message text: Missing period customizing; regenerate for table T549Q

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN355 - Missing period customizing; regenerate for table T549Q ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN355, which indicates "Missing period customizing; regenerate for table T549Q," typically arises in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error suggests that there is a configuration issue related to the payroll periods defined in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of necessary customizing entries in the table T549Q, which is used to define payroll periods for different payroll areas. This can happen due to several reasons:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payroll periods for the specific payroll area have not been defined or are incomplete.
  Changes in Payroll Area: If there have been changes to the payroll area or its configuration, the corresponding entries in T549Q may need to be regenerated.
  Transport Issues: If the configuration was transported from one system to another (e.g., from development to production), the transport may not have included the necessary entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Customizing Entries:
  
  Go to the SAP Easy Access screen and navigate to the following path:
  SPRO -> SAP Reference IMG -> Personnel Management -> Payroll -> Payroll: General -> Define Payroll Periods
  
  Ensure that the payroll periods for the relevant payroll area are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Regenerate Table T549Q:
  
  If the entries are missing or incorrect, you may need to regenerate the table. This can typically be done by executing the relevant report or transaction that updates the payroll period configuration.
  You can use transaction code PU00 to regenerate the payroll periods.
  
  
  
  Check for Transport Issues:
  
  If the issue arose after a transport, verify that the transport included all necessary customizing settings. You may need to re-transport the relevant configuration.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to payroll configuration for any specific instructions or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table T549Q: This table contains the customizing settings for payroll periods. It is crucial for payroll processing and must be correctly configured for the payroll to run without errors.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as SPRO (for customizing), PU00 (for payroll period regeneration), and PA03 (for maintaining payroll area settings).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll configurations.