How To Fix HRPAYAE071 - Nationality acquisition dateácannot less than birth date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAE - Mesasge class for package PCAE

• Message number: 071

• Message text: Nationality acquisition dateácannot less than birth date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAE071 - Nationality acquisition dateácannot less than birth date ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAE071 indicates that there is an issue with the nationality acquisition date being set to a date that is earlier than the individual's birth date. This is a validation error that ensures data integrity within the HR module of SAP.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the nationality acquisition date (the date when an individual acquires a nationality) is entered as a date that is before the individual's birth date. This is logically incorrect, as a person cannot acquire a nationality before they are born.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to check and correct the dates in the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0020 for nationality data). Here are the steps to follow:
  
  
  Access the Employee's Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to access the employee's records.
  
  
  
  Select the Relevant Infotype:
  
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select Infotype 0020 (Nationality).
  
  
  
  Check Dates:
  
  Review the Nationality Acquisition Date and the Birth Date fields.
  Ensure that the nationality acquisition date is not earlier than the birth date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Date:
  
  If the nationality acquisition date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that is on or after the birth date.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary corrections, save the changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0020 (Nationality): This infotype is used to maintain nationality information for employees, including the acquisition date.
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data): This infotype contains the employee's birth date and other personal information.
  Data Validation: SAP HR has built-in validation checks to ensure that the data entered is logical and consistent. This helps maintain data integrity and prevents errors in payroll and reporting.
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct dates, consult with the employee or refer to official documents to verify the accurate dates.
  If the error persists after correcting the dates, check for any other related infotypes or configurations that might be causing the issue.
  Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee data in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYAE071 error and ensure that the employee's nationality data is accurate.