How To Fix HRPAYAE073 - From Date &1 is later than To Date &2

HRPAYAE073 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAE - Mesasge class for package PCAE

• Message number: 073

• Message text: From Date &1 is later than To Date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAE073 - From Date &1 is later than To Date &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAE073 indicates that there is a date inconsistency in the payroll data. Specifically, the error message states that the "From Date" is later than the "To Date." This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when the date ranges for certain records (like wage types, infotypes, or payroll periods) are not set up correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a "From Date" that is later than the "To Date" in a payroll-related infotype or configuration.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date ranges.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of payroll periods or wage types that lead to this inconsistency.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the entries for the relevant infotype or payroll data. Ensure that the "From Date" is earlier than or equal to the "To Date."
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