How To Fix RP680 - The & payee key is not valid for the whole period & to &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 680

• Message text: The & payee key is not valid for the whole period & to &

What causes this issue?

You have specified the &V1& payee key. This payee key does not exist,
at least not within the entire validity period from &V2& to &V3& of the
relevant infotype record.

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?

Check the payee key or the validity period of the infotype record for
errors and correct any incorrect entries. It may be necessary to edit
the system settings.

Procedure for System Administrators

If the problem is not due to an incorrect entry, check and make any
necessary changes to the system settings. The payee keys are stored in
the T521B table.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP680 - The & payee key is not valid for the whole period & to & ?

  The SAP error message RP680 indicates that there is an issue with the payee key (often related to a vendor or employee) in the context of payroll processing. This error typically arises when the payee key is not valid for the entire specified period, which can occur for several reasons.
  Causes of Error RP680
  
  Invalid Payee Key: The payee key may not exist in the system or may have been deleted or deactivated.
  Date Range Issues: The payee key may not be valid for the entire date range specified in the payroll run. For example, the payee might have been hired or terminated during that period.
  Master Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing information in the master data of the employee or vendor.
  Organizational Assignment Changes: Changes in the organizational structure or assignments that affect the payee's eligibility for payroll processing.
  Payroll Area Configuration: The payroll area configuration may not include the payee for the specified period.
  
  Solutions to Error RP680
  
  Check Payee Key: Verify that the payee key is correct and exists in the system. You can do this by checking the relevant master data (e.g., employee master data or vendor master data).
  Review Date Range: Ensure that the payee key is valid for the entire period specified. If the employee was hired or terminated during this period, you may need to adjust the payroll run accordingly.
  Update Master Data: If there are inconsistencies in the master data, update the necessary fields to ensure that the payee key is valid for the entire period.
  Check Organizational Assignments: Review any changes in organizational assignments that may affect the payee's eligibility for payroll processing.
  Consult Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll area configuration includes the payee for the specified period. If necessary, consult with your SAP HR or payroll administrator to make adjustments.
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the employee's master data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for payroll processing to understand the requirements for valid payee keys and how they relate to payroll runs.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll.