How To Fix HRPSGB_ME223 - Table T549s should not be changed after payroll run (payroll area &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ME - Multiple Employment Errors & Warnings

• Message number: 223

• Message text: Table T549s should not be changed after payroll run (payroll area &1)

What causes this issue?

If the multiple employment solution is used it is not allowed to change
the table with the pay dates T549S anymore after the payroll for the
period is already run. Thus make sure that table T549S is changed back
to the initial configuration (which is reflected in the payroll
results).

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 HRPSGB_ME223 - Table T549s should not be changed after payroll run (payroll area &1) ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ME223 indicates that there is an attempt to change the configuration of the table T549S after a payroll run has been executed for a specific payroll area. This table is crucial for payroll processing as it contains settings related to payroll periods, wage types, and other payroll-related configurations.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because SAP enforces data integrity and consistency in payroll processing. Once a payroll run is completed for a specific payroll area, certain configurations in T549S should remain unchanged to ensure that the payroll results are accurate and reliable. Changing these settings after the payroll run could lead to inconsistencies in payroll calculations and reporting.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payroll Status: Verify if the payroll run for the specified payroll area has indeed been completed. If it has, you will need to ensure that any changes to T549S are made before the payroll run.
  
  
  Revert Changes: If you have made changes to T549S after the payroll run, revert those changes to restore the original settings.
  
  
  Plan Changes Before Payroll: If you need to make changes to T549S, plan to do so before executing the payroll run. This may involve scheduling configuration changes during a maintenance window or prior to the payroll processing period.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module expert to understand the implications of changing T549S settings and to ensure compliance with best practices.
  
  
  Use Test Environment: If you need to test changes to T549S, consider using a test or development environment to avoid impacting live payroll processing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Table T549S: This table contains configuration settings for payroll processing, including period parameters and wage type settings.
  Payroll Area: This is a key organizational unit in SAP HR that defines how payroll is processed for a group of employees.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as PA03 (Maintain Payroll Areas) and PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema) for managing payroll configurations.
  
  By following these guidelines, you can avoid encountering the HRPSGB_ME223 error and ensure smooth payroll processing in your SAP system.