How To Fix HRPAYNLLA_EN605 - The execution is set to test mode. The period selected is in the past

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 605

• Message text: The execution is set to test mode. The period selected is in the past

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN605 - The execution is set to test mode. The period selected is in the past ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA_EN605 indicates that the payroll execution is set to test mode, and the period selected for processing is in the past. This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Test Mode: The payroll run is configured to execute in test mode, which is often used to simulate the payroll process without making any actual changes to the database or payroll results.
  Past Period: The payroll period you are trying to process is in the past. SAP restricts certain operations on past payroll periods to prevent unintended changes to finalized payroll results.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Change Execution Mode: If you intend to perform a live payroll run, ensure that the execution mode is set to "live" instead of "test." You can usually find this option in the payroll processing transaction (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC) where you specify the payroll run parameters.
  
  
  Select Current or Future Period: If you are testing, consider selecting a current or future payroll period instead of a past one. This will allow you to run the payroll in test mode without encountering this error.
  
  
  Check Configuration: Ensure that your payroll configuration allows for the processing of the selected period. Sometimes, specific settings or locks may prevent processing of past periods.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review the SAP documentation or your organization's payroll processing guidelines to understand the implications of running payroll in test mode and the restrictions on past periods.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about changing the execution mode or if you need to process a past period for a specific reason (e.g., corrections), consult your SAP support team or a qualified SAP consultant for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation) and PC00_MXX_CEDT (for payroll results).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to payroll processing and error messages for additional insights or updates.
  Testing Procedures: Understand the testing procedures in your organization to ensure that you are following best practices when running payroll in test mode.
  
  By addressing the execution mode and the selected period, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYNLLA_EN605 error and proceed with your payroll processing.