How To Fix HRPAY99_CE021 - Maximum of one assignment permitted before CE start

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99_CE - Messages CE Payroll

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Maximum of one assignment permitted before CE start

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99_CE021 - Maximum of one assignment permitted before CE start ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99_CE021 with the description "Maximum of one assignment permitted before CE start" typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there are issues related to employee assignments and their corresponding validity periods.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when there are multiple assignments for an employee that overlap with the start date of a new assignment or a new payroll period. Specifically, it indicates that the system has detected more than one active assignment for an employee before the start of a specific payroll period or a specific event (like a change in employment status).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Assignments:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (using transaction code PA20 or PA30).
  Review the employee's assignments in the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  Ensure that there is only one active assignment for the employee before the specified start date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If there are overlapping assignments, you may need to adjust the validity periods of the assignments. This can involve:
  
  Ending the previous assignment before the start date of the new assignment.
  Ensuring that there are no gaps or overlaps in the assignment periods.
  
  
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Control Record:
  
  Verify the payroll control record to ensure that it is set up correctly for the relevant payroll period.
  Make sure that the payroll period is open and that there are no restrictions that could cause this error.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll Team:
  
  If you are unsure about making changes to employee assignments, consult with your HR or payroll team to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
  
  
  
  Run Consistency Checks:
  
  Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on employee data to identify any discrepancies that may lead to this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that manage employee assignments, such as Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and Infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes for managing employee data include:
  
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA40: Personnel Actions
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for detailed information on payroll processing and employee assignment management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.