How To Fix /PRA/WH_PROC120 - Run year out of range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PRA/WH_PROC -

• Message number: 120

• Message text: Run year out of range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PRA/WH_PROC120 - Run year out of range ?

  The SAP error message /PRA/WH_PROC120 Run year out of range typically occurs in the context of the SAP Payroll or Human Capital Management (HCM) module, particularly when dealing with payroll processing or year-end activities. This error indicates that the specified year for a payroll run is not valid or is outside the acceptable range defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Year Input: The year specified for the payroll run is either too far in the past or future, beyond the limits set in the system configuration.
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific settings that restrict the range of years that can be processed for payroll runs.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system not recognizing the specified year.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Year Input: Verify the year you are trying to process. Ensure it is within the acceptable range defined in your SAP system.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for payroll processing. This can usually be found in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under:
  
  Payroll ? Payroll Control ? Define Payroll Periods or similar paths depending on your specific SAP version.
  
  
  Adjust Year Range: If necessary, adjust the configuration to allow for the desired year. This may require administrative access and should be done with caution.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific guidelines or limitations regarding year ranges.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to payroll processing, such as PC00_MXX_CALC or PC00_MXX_CEDT, where MXX represents the country code.
  Testing in Development: If you are making changes to configuration, it is advisable to test in a development or quality assurance environment before applying changes to production.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.