How To Fix HRPAYCH01021 - Correction list could not be created; evaluation period before 2009

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH01 - Messages for Payroll Switzerland

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Correction list could not be created; evaluation period before 2009

What causes this issue?

The system can create correction lists for tax periods (fiscal year)
from 2009 onwards only.
The correction lists covers an earlier tax period.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Contact the cantonal tax authorities (ACI) to discuss how to proceed
further.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH01021 - Correction list could not be created; evaluation period before 2009 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH01021 indicates that the system is unable to create a correction list for payroll due to the evaluation period being set before the year 2009. This error typically arises in the context of payroll processing, particularly when attempting to generate correction lists or reports for payroll data.
  Cause:
  
  Evaluation Period: The primary cause of this error is that the evaluation period specified for the payroll correction is set to a date before 2009. SAP has certain limitations regarding the historical payroll data that can be processed, and in this case, it seems that the system does not allow corrections for periods prior to 2009.
  Configuration Settings: There may be configuration settings in the payroll module that restrict the processing of historical data beyond a certain point.
  
  Solution:
  
  Adjust Evaluation Period: Change the evaluation period to a date in 2009 or later. This can typically be done in the payroll processing transaction where you are trying to generate the correction list.
  Check Configuration: Review the payroll configuration settings to ensure that there are no restrictions on processing historical payroll data. This may involve consulting with your SAP HR module administrator or a functional consultant.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing for any specific guidelines or limitations regarding correction lists and historical data.
  Use Alternative Methods: If you need to process payroll corrections for periods before 2009, consider alternative methods such as manual adjustments or consulting with SAP support for potential workarounds.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling payroll corrections.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PC00_MXX_CALC (for payroll calculation) and PC00_MXX_CEDT (for correction lists) to navigate the payroll processing effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate user roles and authorizations to perform payroll corrections and access historical payroll data.
  
  If the issue persists after trying the above solutions, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.