How To Fix HRAU_SUST050 - Pay Period End Date is missing.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Pay Period End Date is missing.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRAU_SUST050 - Pay Period End Date is missing. ?

  The SAP error message HRAU_SUST050 indicates that the "Pay Period End 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 error usually arises when the system expects a pay period end date to be specified, but it is either not provided or incorrectly configured in the payroll or time management settings.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the time evaluation settings that do not properly define the pay period.
  Master Data Issues: Employee master data may be incomplete or incorrectly set up, leading to missing information required for payroll processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the payroll schema is correctly configured to include the pay period end date.
  Verify that the relevant payroll control records are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Go to the employee master data (transaction PA30) and check if the necessary infotypes (like IT0003 - Payroll Status) are correctly filled out.
  Ensure that the employee's pay period settings are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Maintain Pay Period Settings:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for payroll (transaction SPRO) and check the settings for pay periods under the relevant country-specific payroll settings.
  Ensure that the pay period end date is defined for the relevant payroll area.
  
  
  
  Run Time Evaluation:
  
  If applicable, run the time evaluation (transaction PT60) to ensure that the time data is processed correctly and that the pay period end date is generated.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates or Notes:
  
  Look for any SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error. Sometimes, there are patches or updates that resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation related to payroll processing and time management for any additional insights or steps that may be required.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PT60 (Time Evaluation), and SPRO (SAP Reference IMG).
  SAP Notes: Search the SAP Support Portal for notes related to HRAU_SUST050 for any specific fixes or recommendations.
  Testing: After making changes, always test the payroll run in a development or quality environment before applying changes to production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.