How To Fix HRITFJP_0559003 - Begin date must be before the end date of "1stPayYear / Period", &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFJP_0559 - Message class for Infotype 0559

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Begin date must be before the end date of "1stPayYear / Period", &1.

What causes this issue?

Begin date of the record is later than the begin date of the first pay
period, &V1&.

System Response

The system displays an error.

How to fix this error?

Check that your entry is correct and meaaningful, and then continue.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFJP_0559003 - Begin date must be before the end date of "1stPayYear / Period", &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRITFJP_0559003 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified for a payroll period in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "Begin date must be before the end date" for the specified payroll year or period. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when setting up payroll-related data.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date (begin date) for the payroll period has been entered as the same as or after the end date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be a misconfiguration in the payroll settings or in the specific payroll period setup.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  User Input Error: A user may have inadvertently entered the dates incorrectly during data entry.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the begin and end dates for the specified payroll period. Ensure that the begin date is earlier than the end date.
  Correct Data Entry: If the dates are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct chronological order.
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up payroll periods.
  Test Changes: After making corrections, test the payroll processing again to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes (like PA30 for maintaining HR master data or PC00_MXX_CALC) to access and modify payroll data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to payroll data.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the HRITFJP_0559003 error message in SAP.