How To Fix EPS314 - Intenal error: First pay. date of pay. scheme &1, line &2 is before start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: EPS - Payment Scheme

• Message number: 314

• Message text: Intenal error: First pay. date of pay. scheme &1, line &2 is before start

What causes this issue?

Payment scheme &V1& contains a line where the first payment date comes
before its start date.

System Response

Processing terminates if dates in payment scheme are inconsistent.

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

How to fix this error?

If the line was created automatically, contact SAP; if you created the
line yourself, try to correct the inconsistencies.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message EPS314 - Intenal error: First pay. date of pay. scheme &1, line &2 is before start ?

  The SAP error message EPS314, which states "Internal error: First pay. date of pay. scheme &1, line &2 is before start," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing. This error indicates that there is a mismatch between the first payment date defined in the payroll scheme and the start date of the payroll period or the employee's assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The first payment date in the payroll scheme may be set before the start date of the payroll period or the employee's assignment.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be incorrect data entries in the employee's master data or payroll configuration.
  Changes in Payroll Period: If the payroll period has been changed or adjusted, it may lead to inconsistencies with the payment dates.
  Missing or Incorrect Validity Dates: The validity dates for the payroll scheme or employee assignment may not align correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Scheme Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration of the payroll scheme and verify the first payment date. Ensure that it is set correctly and is not before the start date of the payroll period.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data for the validity dates of their assignment. Ensure that the start date of the assignment is correctly set and aligns with the payroll scheme.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Period:
  
  If the payroll period has been modified, ensure that all related dates (including the first payment date) are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific guidelines or updates that may address this issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a test payroll to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance, as there may be underlying issues that require expert intervention.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access and modify the relevant configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or patches related to this error.
  Documentation: Review the SAP Help Portal for detailed information on payroll processing and configuration.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the EPS314 error in your SAP system.