How To Fix RP557 - Period is not compatible with the RWH interval in table T5D3E

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 557

• Message text: Period is not compatible with the RWH interval in table T5D3E

What causes this issue?

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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?

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP557 - Period is not compatible with the RWH interval in table T5D3E ?

  The SAP error message RP557, which states "Period is not compatible with the RWH interval in table T5D3E," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with the calculation of retroactive wage adjustments or when trying to process payroll for a specific period that does not align with the defined intervals in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a mismatch between the payroll period you are trying to process and the intervals defined in the table T5D3E (which contains the RWH - Retroactive Wage History intervals). This can happen if:
  
  The payroll period you are trying to run does not fall within the defined intervals in T5D3E.
  The configuration for the payroll periods or the RWH intervals is incorrect or incomplete.
  There may be a missing entry in the T5D3E table for the specific period you are trying to process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Table T5D3E:
  
  Use transaction code SE11 or SE16 to view the contents of table T5D3E.
  Verify that the intervals defined in this table cover the payroll period you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Periods:
  
  If the payroll period does not match any of the intervals in T5D3E, you may need to adjust the payroll period or create a new interval in T5D3E that includes the desired period.
  
  
  
  Configuration Review:
  
  Review the configuration settings for payroll periods and RWH intervals in the SAP system. Ensure that they are set up correctly according to your organization's payroll processing requirements.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to payroll processing and RWH intervals for additional guidance on how to configure these settings properly.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform a test run of the payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll can be processed without issues.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or consulting with an SAP expert who specializes in payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: SE11 (Data Dictionary), SE16 (Data Browser), PA03 (Maintain Payroll Area), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  Documentation: SAP Help Portal and SAP Notes related to payroll processing and RWH configuration.
  Customizing: The configuration for payroll periods and RWH intervals can typically be found under the following path in the SAP IMG: 
  
  SPRO > Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll: [Country] > Define Payroll Periods and 
  SPRO > Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll: [Country] > Define RWH Intervals.
  
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the RP557 error in your SAP system.