How To Fix RP254 - Annual payroll period not possible, work hours/period initial

RP254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Annual payroll period not possible, work hours/period initial

What causes this issue?

According to the "Assign Pay Scale -> Period Parameter" view (T510W), a
period parameter with the "annual" time unit (06) has been assigned for
the current pay scale. This is not supported in the standard system.

System Response

A default value for the number of working hours per period (DIVGV) is
not possible. For this reason, the value remains initial.

How to fix this error?

Check your system settings. If necessary, enter a value for working
hours per period.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP254 - Annual payroll period not possible, work hours/period initial ?

  The SAP error message RP254, which states "Annual payroll period not possible, work hours/period initial," typically occurs during the payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is an issue with the configuration of the payroll periods or the work hours for an employee.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Payroll Period Configuration: The payroll period may not be set up correctly in the system. This can happen if the annual payroll period is not defined or if there are inconsistencies in the payroll calendar.
  Employee Master Data Issues: The employee's master data may not be correctly maintained, particularly in relation to their work schedule or payroll area.
  Work Schedule Configuration: The work schedule for the employee may not be defined properly, leading to issues in calculating the payroll.
  Initial Work Hours Not Defined: The system may not have the initial work hours defined for the employee, which is necessary for payroll calculations.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Period Configuration:
  
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