How To Fix HRAU_SUST049 - Pay Period Start Date is missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRAU_SUST - HR AU: Message Class for Super Stream

• Message number: 049

• Message text: Pay Period Start Date is missing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRAU_SUST049 - Pay Period Start Date is missing. ?

  The SAP error message HRAU_SUST049 indicates that the "Pay Period Start Date is missing." This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  
  Missing Data: The primary cause of this error is that the system is unable to find a valid start date for the pay period in question. This could be due to:
  
  Incorrect or incomplete configuration of the payroll periods.
  Missing entries in the relevant infotypes (e.g., infotype 0003 for payroll status).
  The employee's master data not being properly maintained.
  
  
  
  Incorrect Payroll Configuration: If the payroll schema or the related configuration does not have the correct settings for the pay period, it can lead to this error.
  
  
  Time Management Issues: If time data is not correctly recorded or if there are discrepancies in the time evaluation results, it may lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Verify the configuration of the payroll periods in the system. Ensure that the pay period start and end dates are correctly defined in the payroll control record (transaction code: PC00_MXX_CALC).
  Ensure that the payroll area is correctly set up and that the relevant settings are in place.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data for any missing or incorrect entries. Specifically, look at infotype 0003 (Payroll Status) to ensure that the pay period is correctly defined.
  Ensure that the employee is assigned to the correct payroll area and that their employment status is active.
  
  
  
  Time Evaluation:
  
  If the error is related to time management, ensure that time evaluation has been run successfully for the relevant period. You can check this in transaction code PT60 (Time Evaluation).
  Review any time data entries for the employee to ensure they are complete and accurate.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  Before running the actual payroll, consider running a payroll simulation to identify any potential issues. This can help pinpoint where the missing data might be.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific guidelines or troubleshooting steps related to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PC00_MXX_CALC: Payroll Processing
  PT60: Time Evaluation
  SM37: Job Monitoring (to check for any background jobs related to payroll)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. You can search for notes using the SAP Support Portal.
  
  
  User Roles and Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to access and modify payroll and employee data.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRAU_SUST049 error message in SAP. If the problem persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.