How To Fix HRPAYAT_0527691 - Start date &1 not last day of an active period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYAT_0527 - Notifications in the Master Data Area (Austria) IT 0527

• Message number: 691

• Message text: Start date &1 not last day of an active period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYAT_0527691 - Start date &1 not last day of an active period ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYAT_0527691 indicates that there is an issue with the start date of a specific payroll period in the HR module. Specifically, it means that the start date you are trying to enter is not the last day of an active payroll period. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when processing payroll or making changes to employee records.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date you are trying to enter does not correspond to the last day of the previous payroll period.
  Payroll Period Configuration: The payroll periods may not be configured correctly in the system, leading to discrepancies in the expected start and end dates.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry process, such as entering the wrong date format or selecting the wrong period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Dates: Check the payroll calendar and ensure that the start date you are entering is indeed the last day of the previous active payroll period.
  Adjust Dates: If the start date is incorrect, adjust it to the correct last day of the previous period.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll periods are configured correctly in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the payroll control record.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies to understand the correct payroll period setup.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to review and adjust payroll data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run of the payroll process to ensure that the issue has been resolved and that the payroll calculations are correct.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYAT_0527691 error and ensure that your payroll processing runs smoothly.