How To Fix HRPAY99OC061 - An initial pay date/check date is not allowed

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAY99OC - International payroll accounting, off-cycle

• Message number: 061

• Message text: An initial pay date/check date is not allowed

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAY99OC061 - An initial pay date/check date is not allowed ?

  The SAP error message HRPAY99OC061 ("An initial pay date/check date is not allowed") typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the pay date or check date being set for a payroll run, particularly when it is the first payroll run for a new employee or a new payroll period.
  Cause:
  
  Initial Payroll Run: The error often arises when attempting to process payroll for the first time for an employee or when the payroll period is newly defined.
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The pay date or check date may not be configured correctly in the payroll settings or may fall outside the allowed range.
  Missing Master Data: The employee's master data may not be fully set up, including necessary payroll-related information.
  Payroll Control Record: The payroll control record may not be properly configured or may be in a status that does not allow for processing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Payroll Control Record: Ensure that the payroll control record is set up correctly and is in the appropriate status for processing payroll. The control record should be opened for the relevant payroll period.
  Verify Dates: Confirm that the pay date and check date are valid and fall within the expected range for the payroll period. Adjust the dates if necessary.
  Review Employee Master Data: Ensure that all required master data for the employee is complete and accurate. This includes personal data, employment data, and payroll-specific information.
  Consult Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to payroll processing. Ensure that the settings for initial payroll runs are correctly defined.
  Run Payroll Simulation: If applicable, run a payroll simulation to identify any other potential issues that may be causing the error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on payroll processing issues.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to payroll processing and configuration to ensure compliance with best practices.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the error message HRPAY99OC061 in your SAP system.