How To Fix HR001PL047 - Anniversary cannot be computed before hire date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR001PL - HR: Messages for Poland

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Anniversary cannot be computed before hire date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR001PL047 - Anniversary cannot be computed before hire date ?

  The SAP error message HR001PL047, which states "Anniversary cannot be computed before hire date," typically occurs in the context of employee management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the system is attempting to calculate an anniversary date (such as a work anniversary or service anniversary) for an employee, but the calculation is being attempted before the employee's hire date.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The anniversary date is being set or calculated based on a date that is earlier than the employee's hire date.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the employee's master data, such as an incorrect hire date or anniversary date.
  System Configuration: The configuration settings for anniversary calculations may not be set up correctly in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in SAP (Transaction PA30).
  Verify the hire date and ensure it is correctly entered.
  Check if the anniversary date is set correctly and is not before the hire date.
  
  
  
  Review Anniversary Calculation Logic:
  
  If you have custom logic or enhancements for calculating anniversaries, review the code to ensure it correctly handles the hire date.
  Ensure that the logic does not attempt to compute an anniversary before the hire date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration Settings:
  
  If applicable, review the configuration settings in the SAP HCM module related to anniversary calculations.
  Ensure that the settings align with your organization's policies regarding anniversary calculations.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling anniversary calculations and related error messages.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making any changes, perform tests to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that anniversaries are calculated correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Forums: Consider visiting SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.