How To Fix HRPAYNLLA_EN394 - Notification methods B and D are not allowed when LP &1 is ending

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 394

• Message text: Notification methods B and D are not allowed when LP &1 is ending

What causes this issue?

The WCR notification method is set to 'B: notification in the first
period of the next year' or 'D: notification in the second period of the
next year in the <DS:HRDS.DSYSLO_ECI549B_NLWCRAAAAAAAAAAAAAAA___0VVV>
Work Cost Regulation: Administration (NLWCR)</> feature, but the legal
person does not exist anymore for that period.

System Response

The system sends an error message.

How to fix this error?

Switch to notification method ?A: notification in the last period of the
year? in the <DS:SIMG.PAY_NL_FEATURE_NLWCR>Activate Work Cost Regulation
</> customizing activity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN394 - Notification methods B and D are not allowed when LP &1 is ending ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN394 indicates that there is an issue with the notification methods being used in the payroll process, specifically when the last period (LP) is ending. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing in the Human Resources (HR) module of SAP, particularly when dealing with notifications related to payroll results.
  Cause:
  The error message "Notification methods B and D are not allowed when LP &1 is ending" suggests that the system is trying to use notification methods B (for batch processing) and D (for direct processing) during the last payroll period. In many configurations, these methods are not permitted for the final payroll run because they may not align with the necessary processes for closing out payroll for the period.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings in your SAP system. Ensure that the notification methods being used are appropriate for the last payroll period. You may need to adjust the settings to allow for the correct notification method.
  
  
  Use Allowed Notification Methods: If methods B and D are not allowed, you may need to switch to a different notification method that is permitted for the last payroll period. This could involve using method A (for online processing) or another method that is configured to be valid for the final payroll run.
  
  
  Review Payroll Control Record: Check the payroll control record to ensure that it is set up correctly for the last payroll period. Make sure that all necessary parameters are correctly configured.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for payroll processing to understand the specific requirements and restrictions for the last payroll period.
  
  
  Testing: If changes are made to the configuration, conduct thorough testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to the production system.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the configuration and settings, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling notification methods in payroll processing.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and others that may help in troubleshooting payroll issues.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.