How To Fix HRPAYBE_DI024 - Error in sent Dimona; contract start date is after contract end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBE_DI - HR-Belgium: Dimona message class

• Message number: 024

• Message text: Error in sent Dimona; contract start date is after contract end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBE_DI024 - Error in sent Dimona; contract start date is after contract end date ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBE_DI024 indicates that there is an issue with the Dimona declaration related to employee contracts in Belgium. Specifically, the error states that the contract start date is after the contract end date, which is logically incorrect and prevents the system from processing the Dimona declaration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the start date of the employee's contract has been entered incorrectly, either manually or through an automated process.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the date formats or values.
  Changes in Employment Status: If there have been recent changes to the employee's contract (e.g., extensions, terminations) that were not properly updated in the system, this could lead to inconsistencies.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the HR module in SAP that affect how contract dates are processed.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Contract Dates: Review the employee's contract details in the SAP system. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date. You can do this by navigating to the employee's master data (PA30) and checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0000 - Actions, Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment).
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct start and end dates. Make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  Review Changes: If there have been recent changes to the employee's contract, ensure that all relevant infotypes are updated accordingly. This includes checking for any pending actions that need to be completed.
  
  
  Test the Dimona Submission: After making the necessary corrections, attempt to submit the Dimona declaration again to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If the issue continues, refer to SAP documentation or support resources for further troubleshooting steps specific to your version of SAP.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT department for assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Dimona Declaration: This is a mandatory declaration in Belgium for employers to report the employment status of their employees to the social security authorities.
  
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee data. Common infotypes related to employment contracts include:
  
  Infotype 0000 (Actions)
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment)
  Infotype 0002 (Personal Data)
  Infotype 0006 (Addresses)
  
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to the Dimona process.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the HRPAYBE_DI024 error effectively.