How To Fix RP299 - With regard to type &, time period & is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 299

• Message text: With regard to type &, time period & is not allowed

What causes this issue?

The period you have entered does not match the type.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Please change either the period of the type.

System Response

How to fix this error?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP299 - With regard to type &, time period & is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message RP299 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when there is an issue with the data being processed for a specific employee or group of employees. The message indicates that there is a problem with the type of data being processed (e.g., wage type) for a specified time period.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Wage Type: The wage type specified in the payroll run may not be valid for the employee or the time period in question.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the payroll schema or wage type settings that restrict the use of certain wage types for specific time periods.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry in the employee master data or payroll infotypes could lead to this error.
  Time Period Restrictions: Certain wage types may be restricted to specific time periods (e.g., only applicable in certain months or years).
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Wage Type Configuration: Review the configuration of the wage types in the SAP system. Ensure that the wage type is valid for the employee and the time period being processed.
  Review Employee Master Data: Check the employee's master data (infotypes) to ensure that all relevant information is correctly entered and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Adjust Payroll Schema: If necessary, adjust the payroll schema to allow for the use of the wage type in the specified time period.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific details on the wage type and its restrictions.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE37 (Function Module), or PE01 (Payroll Schema) to investigate and modify the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the RP299 error and implement a solution to resolve it.