How To Fix PE514 - New period must be within time period &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 514

• Message text: New period must be within time period &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE514 - New period must be within time period &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message PE514 ("New period must be within time period &1 to &2") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time management when you are trying to enter or modify a period that is outside the defined time frame for a specific payroll or time evaluation.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the period you are trying to enter (for example, a payroll period or a time evaluation period) does not fall within the allowed range defined in the system. The allowed range is specified by the start date (&1) and end date (&2) of the time period configured in the system.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Period Dates: Verify the dates you are trying to enter. Ensure that they fall within the specified range of &1 (start date) and &2 (end date).
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for the payroll or time evaluation periods in the SAP system. This can typically be done in the following areas:
  
  Payroll Control Record: Ensure that the payroll control record is set up correctly and that the period you are trying to process is open.
  Time Management Settings: If this is related to time management, check the settings for the time evaluation periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Period: If the period you are trying to enter is indeed outside the allowed range, you may need to adjust it to fit within the defined limits.
  
  
  Open the Period: If you need to process a period that is currently closed, you may need to open the period in the payroll control record or adjust the time evaluation settings to allow for the new period.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the configuration or how to proceed, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or support team for guidance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA03 (for maintaining payroll control records) or PT60 (for time evaluation) to check or modify settings.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to payroll or time management settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues related to this error message or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the PE514 error and take appropriate action to resolve it.