How To Fix PG730 - Retroactive accounting field is empty, but past data cannot be maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PG - Error Messages for Master Data Programs

• Message number: 730

• Message text: Retroactive accounting field is empty, but past data cannot be maintained

What causes this issue?

The field <DS:DE.EPAST>Maintenance in past permissible</> contains the
value "E", which means that maintenance in the past is not allowed. The
field <DS:DE.RUREC>Retroactive-accounting-relevant payroll</> is empty-
it is therefore possible to make a change at a desired point in time.

System Response

The entry is possible.

How to fix this error?

Check your entries.
If you want to flag the infotype as unchangeable in the payroll past,
set the retroactive accounting relevant payroll to "R".

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 PG730 - Retroactive accounting field is empty, but past data cannot be maintained ?

  The SAP error message "PG730 Retroactive accounting field is empty, but past data cannot be maintained" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with retroactive accounting in SAP HR (Human Resources) or Payroll modules. This error indicates that the system is unable to process retroactive changes because the necessary fields for retroactive accounting are not populated.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Retroactive Accounting Configuration: The retroactive accounting fields in the payroll configuration may not be set up correctly.
  Incorrect Payroll Period: The payroll period being processed may not allow for retroactive changes due to settings in the payroll schema or configuration.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the employee master data or payroll results that prevent the system from processing retroactive changes.
  Missing or Incorrect Infotypes: Required infotypes (like infotype 0008 for basic pay or infotype 0014 for recurring payments) may be missing or incorrectly maintained for the employee.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Retroactive Accounting Configuration:
  
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