How To Fix HRCALFIREPORTING256 - Please select today's date as key date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRCALFIREPORTING - Messages for Finnish payroll reporting

• Message number: 256

• Message text: Please select today's date as key date.

What causes this issue?

Although this program offers 2 options for date selection, only
today's date (syst-datum) makes sense.

System Response

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?

Either mark the radiobutton 'Today' and leave the date field blank, or
mark 'Other keydate' and enter today's date.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRCALFIREPORTING256 - Please select today's date as key date. ?

  The SAP error message HRCALFIREPORTING256 indicates that the system requires the user to select today's date as the key date for a specific report or function within the Human Resources (HR) module, particularly related to the calculation of benefits or reporting.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The user has selected a date that is not today’s date for a report or function that mandates the use of the current date.
  The system is configured to only allow today's date for certain calculations or reporting processes, possibly due to business rules or compliance requirements.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Select Today's Date: Go back to the date selection field in the report or function and choose the current date. You can usually do this by clicking on the date field and selecting today’s date from the calendar pop-up or by manually entering the current date.
  Check System Settings: If you believe that today's date should not be a requirement, check with your SAP administrator or HR module configuration to see if there are settings that can be adjusted.
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or user guides for the specific report or function you are trying to run to ensure you are following the correct procedures.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. Sometimes, SAP releases patches or notes that address specific error messages.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that your user role has the necessary permissions to run the report or function you are attempting to access.
  Training and Support: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consider reaching out to your organization's SAP support team or HR department for assistance.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to escalate the matter to your IT support team or SAP consultant for further investigation.