How To Fix PYC_FRW410 - Off-cycle reason does not exist with country grouping &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PYC_FRW - Payroll Control Center Framework

• Message number: 410

• Message text: Off-cycle reason does not exist with country grouping &1

What causes this issue?

You are trying to assign off-cycle reasons to a process. The process has
the country grouping &v1&. The specified off-cycle reason does not exist
for this country grouping.

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?

Choose an off-cycle reason from the dropdown menu. The available
off-cycle reasons are those defined in Customizing for <LS>Payroll:
International -> Off-Cycle Activities -> Set up Off-Cycle Reasons</>.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PYC_FRW410 - Off-cycle reason does not exist with country grouping &1 ?

  The SAP error message PYC_FRW410 indicates that there is an issue with the off-cycle reason not being defined for a specific country grouping in the payroll system. This error typically arises when trying to process off-cycle payroll runs, and the system cannot find a valid off-cycle reason for the specified country grouping.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Off-Cycle Reason: The off-cycle reason you are trying to use is not defined in the system for the specified country grouping.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration for off-cycle payroll reasons may not have been set up correctly in the system.
  Country Grouping Mismatch: The country grouping specified in the payroll run does not match any of the defined off-cycle reasons.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Off-Cycle Reasons:
  
  Go to the configuration settings in SAP for off-cycle payroll reasons. This can typically be found in the following path:
  
  SPRO > Payroll > Payroll for [Country] > Off-Cycle Payroll > Define Off-Cycle Reasons.
  
  
  Ensure that the off-cycle reason you are trying to use is defined for the relevant country grouping.
  
  
  
  Add Missing Off-Cycle Reason:
  
  If the off-cycle reason is missing, you will need to create it. Make sure to assign it to the correct country grouping.
  
  
  
  Verify Country Grouping:
  
  Check the country grouping assigned to the employee or payroll run. Ensure that it matches the grouping for which the off-cycle reason is defined.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on configuring off-cycle payroll reasons for your country.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO for configuration or PA30 to check employee master data.
  Country Grouping: Each country has specific payroll configurations, and off-cycle reasons may vary by country. Ensure you are familiar with the payroll requirements for the specific country you are working with.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to off-cycle payroll processing for your specific version of SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP Payroll.