How To Fix 5E047 - Error on delimiting the payroll run end date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Error on delimiting the payroll run end date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E047 - Error on delimiting the payroll run end date. ?

  The SAP error message 5E047 indicates that there is an issue with delimiting the payroll run end date. This error typically occurs during the payroll processing when the system is unable to determine the correct end date for the payroll run due to various reasons.
  Causes of Error 5E047
  
  
  Incorrect Payroll Period Configuration: The payroll period may not be correctly defined in the system, leading to inconsistencies in the payroll run dates.
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Master Data: Employee master data, such as employment status or contract end dates, may be missing or incorrectly configured.
  
  
  Payroll Control Record Issues: The payroll control record may not be set up correctly, or it may be in an inconsistent state.
  
  
  Date Overlaps: There may be overlapping payroll runs or periods that conflict with the current payroll run.
  
  
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to perform the payroll run, leading to errors in processing.
  
  
  Solutions to Error 5E047
  
  
  Check Payroll Period Configuration:
  
  Go to the payroll area configuration and ensure that the payroll periods are correctly defined.
  Verify that the start and end dates of the payroll periods do not overlap.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the master data for the employees involved in the payroll run.
  Ensure that all relevant fields, such as employment status and contract end dates, are correctly filled out.
  
  
  
  Examine Payroll Control Record:
  
  Access the payroll control record (transaction code PC00_MXX_CEDT or similar) and verify that it is correctly set up for the payroll run.
  Ensure that the control record is not locked or in an inconsistent state.
  
  
  
  Check for Overlapping Payroll Runs:
  
  Review previous payroll runs to ensure there are no overlaps with the current run.
  If necessary, delete or adjust any conflicting payroll runs.
  
  
  
  Verify User Authorizations:
  
  Ensure that the user executing the payroll run has the necessary authorizations.
  Check the authorization profiles and roles assigned to the user.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Search for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CEDT (Payroll Control Record), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the 5E047 error in your SAP payroll processing.