How To Fix PN023 - Accounting period and payroll accounting area not specified

PN023 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PN -

• Message number: 023

• Message text: Accounting period and payroll accounting area not specified

What causes this issue?

You have set 'Other period' as the time period determination indicator.
However, only the accounting year &v1& is specified. The payroll
accounting area and the period are also required.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Enter the payroll accounting area and period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PN023 - Accounting period and payroll accounting area not specified ?

  The SAP error message PN023, which states "Accounting period and payroll accounting area not specified," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that the system requires specific information regarding the accounting period and the payroll accounting area, which has not been provided.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Configuration: The payroll accounting area or accounting period may not be configured correctly in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may not have entered the required fields when trying to execute a payroll run or related transaction.
  System Settings: The system settings may not be aligned with the requirements for payroll processing, leading to missing parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the PN023 error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Go to the SAP Customizing Implementation Guide (IMG) and navigate to the payroll settings.
  Ensure that the payroll accounting area is defined and linked to the relevant personnel areas and employee groups.
  
  
  
  Specify Accounting Period:
  
  When