How To Fix HRPIQ00ACCOUNTING228 - Fee calculation period &1 does not exist

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQ00ACCOUNTING - Campus Management - Student Accounting

• Message number: 228

• Message text: Fee calculation period &1 does not exist

Procedure for System Administrators

Process the following IMG activities in Customizing for <LS>Campus
Management</>:
<DS:SIMG.CM_AS_XX_581>Define Fee Calculation Periods</>
<DS:SIMG.CM_AS_XX_580>Assign Academic Years and Sessions to Fee
Calculation Periods</>
<DS:SIMG.CM_AS_XX_571>Maintain Fee Calculation Periods</>

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQ00ACCOUNTING228 - Fee calculation period &1 does not exist ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQ00ACCOUNTING228, which states "Fee calculation period &1 does not exist," typically occurs in the context of the SAP HR (Human Resources) module, particularly when dealing with fee calculations in the context of educational institutions or training programs.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Missing Fee Calculation Period: The specified fee calculation period (represented by &1 in the error message) has not been defined in the system. This could be due to incorrect configuration or missing entries in the relevant tables.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for fee calculation periods may not be set up correctly, leading to the system being unable to find the specified period.
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typo or incorrect entry when specifying the fee calculation period in the transaction or program that triggered the error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Fee Calculation Periods:
  
  Navigate to the relevant configuration settings in SAP (usually found under the IMG - Implementation Guide).
  Check the settings for fee calculation periods to ensure that the period you are trying to use is defined and active.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Period:
  
  If the fee calculation period does not exist, you may need to create it. This typically involves defining the start and end dates, as well as any other relevant parameters.
  
  
  
  Verify Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the entry for the fee calculation period in the transaction or program that generated the error. Ensure that it matches the defined periods in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review any relevant SAP documentation or help files related to fee calculation periods to ensure that you are following the correct procedures.
  
  
  
  Check Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify fee calculation periods in the system.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to access the configuration settings for fee calculation periods, such as SPRO (for configuration) or other relevant HR transaction codes.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Training and Documentation: If you are new to SAP HR or fee calculations, consider reviewing training materials or documentation to better understand how fee calculation periods are managed within the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.