How To Fix HRPAYAT00205 - Reason &1 no longer allowed as of &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT00 - HR-AT: Messages (General)

• Message number: 205

• Message text: Reason &1 no longer allowed as of &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT00205 - Reason &1 no longer allowed as of &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT00205 typically indicates that a specific reason code (denoted as &1) is no longer allowed or valid as of a certain date (denoted as &2). This error is often encountered in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration within the SAP HR module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when an attempt is made to use a reason code that has been deactivated or is no longer applicable due to changes in business rules, legal regulations, or system configurations. This can happen, for example, if a reason code for a specific payroll action (like a termination or leave) has been set to be invalid after a certain date.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Reason Code: Verify the reason code (&1) that is causing the error. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration settings in SAP.
  
  
  Review Validity Dates: Check the validity dates associated with the reason code. Ensure that the date you are trying to use it is within the allowed range.
  
  
  Update the Reason Code: If the reason code is indeed no longer valid, you may need to either:
  
  Use a different, valid reason code that is appropriate for the action you are trying to perform.
  If necessary, consult with your HR or payroll administrator to determine if the reason code should be reactivated or if a new one should be created.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Review any relevant documentation or change logs that might explain why the reason code was deactivated.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the payroll or personnel action can be processed successfully.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like SPRO to access the configuration settings for HR and payroll.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to reason codes or payroll configurations.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this error message.
  Consult with SAP Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a suitable solution.