How To Fix HRPADDERR010 - Retroactive accounting date req. is same as existing retro. acc. date &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADDERR - Retroactive accounting trigger

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Retroactive accounting date req. is same as existing retro. acc. date &1.

What causes this issue?

The retroactive accounting date requested is already stored in field
<LS>Earliest Change to Master Data</>.

System Response

Infotype <LS>Payroll Status</> (0003) is not changed.

How to fix this error?

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

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADDERR010 - Retroactive accounting date req. is same as existing retro. acc. date &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRPADDERR010 indicates that there is an issue with the retroactive accounting date in the Human Resources (HR) module. Specifically, the error message states that the retroactive accounting date you are trying to set is the same as an existing retroactive accounting date for the employee.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  You are attempting to change the retroactive accounting date for an employee to a date that is already set as the retroactive accounting date.
  There may be existing payroll results or infotypes that are already using the same retroactive accounting date, which prevents the system from allowing the change.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Retroactive Accounting Dates:
  
  Review the employee's payroll results and infotypes to identify the current retroactive accounting date.
  You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotypes (e.g., IT0003 - Payroll Status) or using transaction codes like PA20 or PA30 to view the employee's data.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Retroactive Accounting Date:
  
  If you need to change the retroactive accounting date, ensure that you are setting it to a date that is different from the existing one.
  If you need to maintain the same date, you may not need to make any changes.
  
  
  
  Check for Payroll Results:
  
  If payroll has already been processed for the period in question, you may need to reverse or adjust the payroll results before changing the retroactive accounting date.
  Use transaction code PC00_MXX_CALC (where MXX is your country-specific payroll) to check payroll results.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll Team:
  
  If you are unsure about the implications of changing the retroactive accounting date, consult with your HR or payroll team to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
  
  
  
  Documentation and Notes:
  
  Document any changes made and ensure that all relevant stakeholders are informed of the changes to avoid confusion in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Retroactive Accounting: This is a process in payroll where adjustments are made for past periods due to changes in employee data (e.g., salary changes, deductions).
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee data. Each infotype has a specific purpose and can affect payroll processing.
  Payroll Processing: Understanding how payroll processing works in SAP is crucial, as changes to retroactive accounting dates can impact payroll results and employee payments.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult SAP support or your internal SAP technical team for further assistance.