How To Fix 5R021 - Field 'Pay date' is payroll irrelevant !

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Field 'Pay date' is payroll irrelevant !

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R021 - Field 'Pay date' is payroll irrelevant ! ?

  The SAP error message 5R021 indicates that the field 'Pay date' is considered payroll irrelevant in the context of the payroll process. This typically means that the system is trying to process a pay date that is not applicable for payroll calculations or is not set up correctly in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Configuration Issues: The pay date may not be configured correctly in the payroll schema or in the relevant infotypes.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The pay date might have been entered incorrectly in the employee's master data or payroll data.
  Payroll Area Settings: The payroll area settings may not allow for the specified pay date.
  Infotype Settings: The infotype related to payroll (like infotype 0008 for basic pay) may not have the correct entries for the pay date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the pay date is set up correctly. This includes checking the payroll schema and any related rules.
  Verify Employee Data: Check the employee's master data (infotypes) to ensure that the pay date is entered correctly and is relevant for payroll processing.
  Review Payroll Area: Ensure that the payroll area settings allow for the specified pay date. You may need to consult with your HR or payroll administrator to confirm this.
  Adjust Infotype Entries: If necessary, update the relevant infotypes (like infotype 0008) to include the correct pay date that is relevant for payroll processing.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling payroll-related errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and update employee data, or PE03 (Maintain Payroll Schema) to review payroll schema settings.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error is resolved and that the payroll process completes successfully.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.