How To Fix U0073 - Payroll period invalid

U0073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: U0 - Correction checks, on demand checks

• Message number: 073

• Message text: Payroll period invalid

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message U0073 - Payroll period invalid ?

  The SAP error message U0073, which states "Payroll period invalid," typically occurs during payroll processing when the system cannot find a valid payroll period for the specified parameters. This can happen for various reasons, including incorrect configuration, missing data, or issues with the payroll period settings.
  Causes of U0073 Error
  
  Invalid Payroll Period: The payroll period specified in the payroll run does not exist or is not defined in the system.
  Incorrect Date Range: The date range for the payroll period may not align with the defined payroll periods in the system.
  
  Configuration Issues: The payroll area or the payroll period settings may not be correctly configured in the system.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data may not be correctly set up, leading to inconsistencies in payroll processing.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access the payroll period.
  
  Solutions to U0073 Error
  
  
  Check Payroll Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for payroll periods