How To Fix HRPIQUS_REPORTING254 - End Year &1 does not exist; enter a valid End Year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQUS_REPORTING - US legal reporting

• Message number: 254

• Message text: End Year &1 does not exist; enter a valid End Year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING254 - End Year &1 does not exist; enter a valid End Year ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING254 indicates that the end year you are trying to enter in a specific report or transaction does not exist in the system. This typically occurs in the context of reporting or data entry related to personnel information, such as in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Year Input: The end year you are trying to input may not be defined in the system. This could happen if the year is outside the range of years that have been configured in the system.
  Configuration Issues: The system may not have been set up to recognize the specified year due to missing configuration settings.
  Data Archiving: If data for certain years has been archived or deleted, the system may not recognize those years as valid.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly entered an incorrect year or format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Valid Years: Verify the range of valid years in the system. You can do this by checking the configuration settings in the relevant module (e.g., Personnel Administration).
  Adjust Input: Ensure that you are entering a valid year that exists in the system. If you are unsure, consult with your system administrator or check the documentation for the specific report or transaction.
  Configuration Review: If you have access, review the configuration settings for the reporting module to ensure that the end year you are trying to use is included in the system settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific report you are using to understand the expected input values.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert to investigate further.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using specific transaction codes related to reporting in HCM, such as S_AHR_61016300 or others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to access the reporting features you are trying to use.
  Training: If you are new to SAP or the specific module, consider undergoing training to better understand how to navigate and use the system effectively.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the required end year in your SAP report.