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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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
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