How To Fix PYBAPI016 - Entries with the same key & exist in the PERIODS table

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYBAPI - For BAPIs to manager for external payroll

• Message number: 016

• Message text: Entries with the same key & exist in the PERIODS table

What causes this issue?

The key only consists of the field sequence number.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYBAPI016 - Entries with the same key & exist in the PERIODS table ?

  The SAP error message PYBAPI016, which states "Entries with the same key exist in the PERIODS table," typically occurs during payroll processing when there are duplicate entries in the periods table for a specific payroll area or employee. This can prevent the successful execution of payroll-related functions, such as running payroll or processing payroll results.
  
  Cause:
  
  Duplicate Entries: The most common cause of this error is that there are duplicate entries in the periods table (e.g., T549S or similar tables) for the same payroll area, employee, and period.
  Incorrect Data Entry: Manual data entry errors or incorrect configuration settings can lead to duplicate records.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the payroll configuration, it may result in duplicate entries.
  Concurrent Processing: If multiple payroll runs are being processed simultaneously for the same employee and period, it can lead to conflicts and duplicates.
  
  
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