How To Fix RP112 - &1 must be within the inactive period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 112

• Message text: &1 must be within the inactive period

What causes this issue?

The employee has not withdrawn from the company on &V2& .

System Response

The system does not accept your entry.

How to fix this error?

Check the date you have entered. If it is correct, check the Employment
status (2) in the Actions (0000) infotype.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP112 - &1 must be within the inactive period ?

  The SAP error message "RP112 &1 must be within the inactive period" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing. This error indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified for a payroll run or a related process, where the specified date falls outside of the defined inactive period for the payroll.
  Cause:
  
  Date Range Issue: The date you are trying to process (e.g., a payroll period) is outside the defined inactive period for the payroll schema or for the specific employee.
  Configuration Settings: The payroll configuration may have been set up incorrectly, leading to the inactive period being defined in a way that does not accommodate the dates you are trying to use.
  Employee Status: The employee may be in a status that does not allow for payroll processing during the specified period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Period: Verify the payroll period you are trying to process. Ensure that it falls within the active payroll periods defined in the system.
  Review Inactive Period Settings: Go to the payroll configuration settings and check the inactive periods defined for the payroll schema. Adjust the settings if necessary to include the date you are trying to process.
  Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data to ensure that their status allows for payroll processing during the specified period. If the employee is inactive or on leave, you may need to adjust their status or the payroll processing accordingly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for specific guidance on how to adjust the payroll configuration settings.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema) to check and adjust settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test payroll run to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  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 HR and payroll processes.