How To Fix HRIESP164 - Today (&1) is on or after (&2), SOY should not be run late

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRIESP - SMART PAYE

• Message number: 164

• Message text: Today (&1) is on or after (&2), SOY should not be run late

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRIESP164 - Today (&1) is on or after (&2), SOY should not be run late ?

  The SAP error message HRIESP164 indicates that the system has detected a situation where the Start of Year (SOY) process is being attempted after the designated date. This message typically arises in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Payroll processing, particularly when dealing with year-end or new year processing tasks.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The current date (today's date) is on or after the specified date for the Start of Year process.
  The SOY process is intended to be run only before or on the specified date to ensure that all necessary year-end calculations and updates are completed correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Current Date: Verify the current date in the system. If it is indeed on or after the specified date, you will need to take appropriate action.
  
  
  Run SOY on Time: Ensure that the SOY process is executed before the specified date in the future. This may involve planning and scheduling the SOY process in advance.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to the SOY process in your SAP system. Ensure that the dates and parameters are set correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to the SOY process for any specific guidelines or requirements.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with SAP support for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes for HR and Payroll processing, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to the SOY process and this specific error message.
  Testing: If you are in a testing environment, ensure that you are following the correct sequence of processes for year-end activities.
  
  By addressing the timing of the SOY process and ensuring it is executed correctly, you should be able to resolve the HRIESP164 error message.