How To Fix HRGB_PAE104 - Start of duties date in the past; assesment not possible retrospectively

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB_PAE - HR: Messages for pension auto enrolment

• Message number: 104

• Message text: Start of duties date in the past; assesment not possible retrospectively

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB_PAE104 - Start of duties date in the past; assesment not possible retrospectively ?

  The SAP error message HRGB_PAE104 indicates that there is an issue with the start date of duties being set in the past, which prevents the system from processing the assessment retrospectively. This error typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Payroll modules when trying to assess or evaluate employee data that has a start date earlier than the current date.
  Cause:
  
  Past Start Date: The start date of the duties or employment for the employee is set to a date that is earlier than the current date. This is often the case when trying to process assessments for employees who have already started their duties.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to disallow retrospective assessments for certain types of evaluations or reports.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry where the start date was incorrectly inputted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Start Date: Verify the start date of the employee's duties in the system. If it is indeed set in the past, ensure that it is correct and reflects the actual start date.
  Adjust Assessment Period: If the assessment is meant to be retrospective, check if the system settings allow for such assessments. You may need to adjust the configuration to permit retrospective evaluations if necessary.
  Update Employee Data: If the start date is incorrect, update the employee's data to reflect the correct start date.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module administrator to understand the specific configuration settings that may be affecting this assessment.
  Error Handling: If the assessment is not meant to be retrospective, ensure that the assessment is being run for the correct period that aligns with the employee's start date.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on handling retrospective assessments.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user attempting to perform the assessment has the necessary permissions to access and modify employee data.
  Testing in Development Environment: If changes are made to configurations or employee data, it is advisable to test these changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.