How To Fix HRIESP163 - Today (&1) is before (&2), SOY cannot be run yet

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 163

• Message text: Today (&1) is before (&2), SOY cannot be run yet

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP163 - Today (&1) is before (&2), SOY cannot be run yet ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP163 indicates that the system is trying to execute a process related to the Start of Year (SOY) activities, but the current date is before the specified date for the SOY process to begin. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or year-end activities in the Human Resources (HR) module.
  Cause:
  
  The error occurs when the system checks the current date against the defined start date for the SOY process. If the current date (represented as &1) is earlier than the defined start date (represented as &2), the system will not allow the SOY process to run.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Current Date: Verify the current date in the system. If the date is indeed before the defined start date for SOY, you will need to wait until the appropriate date to run the process.
  
  
  Review SOY Configuration: 
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for the Start of Year process in your SAP system. This can usually be found in the IMG (Implementation Guide) under the Payroll section.
  Ensure that the start date for the SOY process is correctly set according to your organization's payroll calendar.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates if Necessary: If the start date for SOY is incorrectly set, you may need to adjust it to the correct date. However, be cautious when making changes to configuration settings, as this can affect payroll processing.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for the SOY process to ensure that all prerequisites are met before running the process.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unsure about making changes or if the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on the SOY process.
  Payroll Calendar: Ensure that your payroll calendar is correctly configured and that all necessary year-end activities have been completed before attempting to run the SOY process.
  Testing in a Sandbox: If possible, test the SOY process in a sandbox environment to ensure that everything is configured correctly before executing it in the production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRIESP163 error and successfully run the Start of Year process when the appropriate date arrives.