How To Fix HRPSGB_ME258 - No pay frequency for period modifier &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ME - Multiple Employment Errors & Warnings

• Message number: 258

• Message text: No pay frequency for period modifier &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPSGB_ME258 - No pay frequency for period modifier &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPSGB_ME258 "No pay frequency for period modifier &1" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system cannot find a defined pay frequency for the specified period modifier, which is essential for calculating payroll correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The pay frequency for the specified period modifier has not been defined in the system.
  Incorrect Period Modifier: The period modifier being referenced may be incorrect or not applicable for the employee or payroll area.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the payroll configuration or master data that lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (SPRO).
  Navigate to Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll UK > Basic Settings > Define Pay Frequencies.
  Ensure that the pay frequency for the specified period modifier is defined correctly.
  
  
  
  Verify Period Modifier:
  
  Check the period modifier being used in the payroll run. Ensure that it is valid and corresponds to a defined pay frequency.
  You can find the period modifiers in the same configuration area where pay frequencies are defined.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data to ensure that the correct pay frequency and period modifier are assigned.
  Use transaction codes like PA20 or PA30 to view and edit employee data.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a payroll simulation to verify that the error has been resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to payroll configuration for additional guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  SPRO: Access the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide.
  PA20/PA30: View and edit employee master data.
  PC00_M99_CWTR: Payroll driver for running payroll.
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  
  
  Testing: Always test changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to the production system to avoid disruptions.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPSGB_ME258 error and ensure that payroll processing can proceed without issues.