How To Fix 1G700 - Selection date is not before current posting date for pay. transactions

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1G - BKK: Konditionen

• Message number: 700

• Message text: Selection date is not before current posting date for pay. transactions

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1G700 - Selection date is not before current posting date for pay. transactions ?

  The SAP error message 1G700 indicates that there is an issue with the selection date in a payroll transaction. Specifically, it means that the selection date you are trying to use is not before the current posting date. This can occur in various payroll-related transactions, such as when processing payroll runs, posting payroll results, or making adjustments.
  Cause:
  
  Selection Date Issue: The selection date you have entered is either the same as or later than the current posting date. In payroll processing, the selection date must always be earlier than the posting date to ensure that the payroll calculations and postings are valid.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be set incorrectly, leading to confusion about what the current date is.
  Incorrect Transaction Sequence: You may be trying to execute a transaction that requires a prior step to be completed, which would have set the correct selection date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Selection Date: Ensure that the selection date you are using is set to a date that is earlier than the current posting date. Adjust the date accordingly.
  Verify Posting Date: Check the current posting date in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction or using the system date settings.
  Review Transaction Sequence: Make sure that you are following the correct sequence of transactions. If you are trying to post payroll results, ensure that the payroll run has been completed successfully before attempting to post.
  Consult with Payroll Administrator: If you are unsure about the correct dates or the sequence of transactions, consult with your payroll administrator or SAP support team for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific updates or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  Documentation: Review the SAP documentation related to payroll processing to understand the requirements for selection dates and posting dates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes (e.g., PC00_MXX_CALC, PC00_MXX_PBS) that are used in payroll processing to ensure you are using them correctly.
  
  By addressing the selection date and ensuring it is set correctly, you should be able to resolve the error message 1G700 and proceed with your payroll transactions.