How To Fix HRPIQUS_REPORTING257 - End Session &1 does not belong to End Year &2; change your entry

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQUS_REPORTING - US legal reporting

• Message number: 257

• Message text: End Session &1 does not belong to End Year &2; change your entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING257 - End Session &1 does not belong to End Year &2; change your entry ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING257 typically occurs in the context of SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP Payroll when there is a mismatch between the session and the year specified in the system. This error indicates that the end session you are trying to use does not correspond to the end year that has been defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  
  Mismatch of Session and Year: The end session you are trying to access is not valid for the specified end year. This could happen if:
  
  The session is set up for a different year.
  The session has been incorrectly configured or is not available for the year you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple data entry error where the wrong session or year has been selected.
  
  
  Configuration Issues: The configuration settings in the SAP system for the HR module may not be aligned correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Verify Session and Year:
  
  Check the session you are trying to use and ensure it is valid for the end year you are working with.
  If you are unsure, consult with your HR or Payroll administrator to confirm the correct session for the specified year.
  
  
  
  Change Your Entry:
  
  If you have identified that the session does not belong to the specified year, change your entry to select the correct session that corresponds to the end year.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, review the configuration settings in the SAP HR module to ensure that the sessions and years are set up correctly.
  You may need to consult with your SAP Basis or HR configuration team to resolve any underlying configuration issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for more detailed information on session management and year-end processing in the HR module.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP HR, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll processing).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and permissions to access the sessions and years you are trying to work with.
  Testing: If changes are made, consider testing in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes in the production environment.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.