How To Fix HRIESP137 - Payroll Submission: Leaving date (&1) cannot be before &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 137

• Message text: Payroll Submission: Leaving date (&1) cannot be before &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP137 - Payroll Submission: Leaving date (&1) cannot be before &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP137 indicates that there is an issue with the payroll submission process, specifically related to the leaving date of an employee. The error message states that the leaving date (&1) cannot be before another date (&2), which typically refers to the end of the payroll period or the employee's last working day.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Leaving Date: The leaving date entered for the employee is earlier than the date that is being referenced (usually the end of the payroll period or the last working day).
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates in the system.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the payroll system that are causing the dates to be misinterpreted.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Dates: Check the leaving date entered for the employee and ensure it is correct. It should not be earlier than the reference date.
  Adjust Dates: If the leaving date is indeed incorrect, update it to a valid date that is on or after the reference date.
  Review Payroll Period: Ensure that the payroll period is correctly defined and that the employee's leaving date aligns with the payroll processing dates.
  Consult Documentation: If the issue persists, refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module expert to ensure that all configurations are correct.
  Testing: After making changes, run a test payroll submission to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user entering the data has the appropriate permissions and roles to make changes to employee records.
  Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training to users on how to correctly enter leaving dates and manage payroll submissions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRIESP137 error and successfully process payroll submissions.