How To Fix PFQ1024 - Sign is full => same month and year for start and end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PFQ1 - ADP ITF

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Sign is full => same month and year for start and end date

What causes this issue?

The validity period of the infotype "Free elements of the Zadig
dictionary" (0435) does not coincide for the old and the new data.

System Response

It is not possible to save.

How to fix this error?

In the event of the replacement or modification of values, the validity
period of the infotype must be the same.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFQ1024 - Sign is full => same month and year for start and end date ?

  The SAP error message PFQ1024, which states "Sign is full => same month and year for start and end date," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified for a payroll or time evaluation process, where the start and end dates are set to the same month and year, but the system is unable to process it due to a full sign or other constraints.
  Cause:
  
  Date Range Configuration: The start and end dates for the payroll period or time evaluation are set incorrectly, leading to a conflict in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the data entry where the dates are not properly defined, or the same date is entered for both start and end.
  Payroll Period Settings: The payroll period settings in the configuration may not allow for processing when the start and end dates are the same.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the start and end dates entered in the payroll or time evaluation configuration. Ensure that they are set correctly and that the end date is after the start date.
  Adjust Payroll Period: If the payroll period is configured to require a range of dates, adjust the end date to be later than the start date.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings for payroll periods in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly to allow for the intended processing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up payroll periods and handling date ranges.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and adjust the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making adjustments, perform a test run of the payroll or time evaluation to ensure that the error is resolved and that the process completes successfully.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PFQ1024 error and ensure that your payroll or time evaluation processes run smoothly.