How To Fix 5J550 - Begin date must be before the end date of "1stPayYear / Period", &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5J - Error messages HR Master Data Japan

• Message number: 550

• Message text: Begin date must be before the end date of "1stPayYear / Period", &1.

What causes this issue?

Begin date of the record is later than the begin date of the first pay
period, &V1&.

System Response

The system displays an error.

How to fix this error?

Check that your entry is correct and meaaningful, and then continue.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5J550 - Begin date must be before the end date of "1stPayYear / Period", &1. ?

  The SAP error message 5J550 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified for a payroll period, specifically that the "begin date" must be before the "end date" for the specified payroll year and period. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing when the dates entered do not conform to the expected chronological order.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered the begin date as being later than the end date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll periods in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  User Error: The user may have mistakenly selected the wrong dates or periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the begin and end dates entered for the payroll period. Ensure that the begin date is earlier than the end date.
  Correct Configuration: If the dates are correct, check the configuration settings for the payroll periods in the SAP system. Ensure that the periods are set up correctly in the system.
  Data Validation: If data migration is involved, validate the data to ensure that all date entries are correct and consistent.
  User Training: Provide training or documentation to users to help them understand how to correctly enter dates in the payroll processing screens.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on payroll period configuration and date entry.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to access the relevant payroll data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5J550 and ensure that the payroll processing can proceed without issues.