How To Fix HRESS_CLMS_MSG552 - Wrong off-cycle payment date configured or calender not maintained

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRESS_CLMS_MSG - Messages for India PS localization functionalities

• Message number: 552

• Message text: Wrong off-cycle payment date configured or calender not maintained

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG552 - Wrong off-cycle payment date configured or calender not maintained ?

  The SAP error message HRESS_CLMS_MSG552 indicates that there is an issue with the configuration of off-cycle payment dates or the calendar settings in the system. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when trying to execute off-cycle payments.
  Cause:
  
  Wrong Off-Cycle Payment Date: The date specified for the off-cycle payment may not be valid or may not fall within the configured payroll periods.
  Calendar Not Maintained: The payroll calendar may not be properly set up or maintained in the system, leading to discrepancies in the expected payment dates.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll schema or the specific payroll area settings that affect off-cycle payments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Off-Cycle Payment Date:
  
  Verify the date you are trying to use for the off-cycle payment. Ensure that it is within the valid range of dates for the payroll period.
  If necessary, adjust the date to a valid one.
  
  
  
  Maintain Payroll Calendar:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the payroll calendar in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Ensure that the calendar is correctly defined and that all necessary periods are maintained.
  Check if the off-cycle payment date falls within the defined payroll periods.
  
  
  
  Review Payroll Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration of the payroll schema and ensure that it is set up correctly for off-cycle payments.
  Look for any specific settings related to the payroll area that might affect off-cycle payments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for detailed guidance on configuring off-cycle payments and payroll calendars.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test run of the off-cycle payment to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation), and SPRO (Customizing).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user executing the off-cycle payment has the necessary authorizations to perform payroll actions.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR and payroll configurations.