How To Fix HRIESP074 - Error; Pay Date not defined (T549S: Keys &1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 074

• Message text: Error; Pay Date not defined (T549S: Keys &1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP074 - Error; Pay Date not defined (T549S: Keys &1) ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP074, which states "Pay Date not defined (T549S: Keys &1)," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources). This error indicates that the system is unable to find a defined pay date for the specified key in the T549S table, which is used to store payroll-related information.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Pay Date Configuration: The primary cause of this error is that there is no pay date defined for the payroll area or the specific employee in the T549S table.
  Incorrect Payroll Area: The employee may be assigned to a payroll area that does not have a corresponding pay date set up.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies or missing data in the employee's master data or payroll configuration.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check T549S Table: 
  
  Go to transaction code SE16 or SE16N and enter the table name T549S.
  Check if there is an entry for the relevant payroll area and the corresponding pay date.
  If there is no entry, you will need to create one.
  
  
  
  Define Pay Date:
  
  Navigate to the configuration path in SPRO: 
  
  SPRO > Personnel Management > Payroll > Payroll Area > Define Pay Dates.
  
  
  Ensure that the pay date is defined for the relevant payroll area.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Master Data:
  
  Check the employee's master data (transaction PA30) to ensure that the payroll area is correctly assigned.
  Verify that the employee's data is complete and consistent.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation: 
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If the issue persists, consult SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  T549S Table: This table contains the configuration for pay dates associated with different payroll areas.
  Payroll Area: A payroll area is a grouping of employees for payroll processing. Each payroll area can have its own pay dates.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SE16/SE16N (Data Browser), and SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRIESP074 error and ensure that the pay dates are correctly defined in your SAP system.