How To Fix HRPAYCH_ELM40110 - Invalid wage (start date &1 later than end date &2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYCH_ELM40 - Messages for Withholding Tax

• Message number: 110

• Message text: Invalid wage (start date &1 later than end date &2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40110 - Invalid wage (start date &1 later than end date &2) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYCH_ELM40110 indicates that there is an issue with the wage data in the payroll processing. Specifically, the error states that the start date of a wage element is later than its end date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The start date of the wage element is set to a date that is after the end date. This can happen due to data entry errors or incorrect configuration in the payroll schema.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date fields.
  Changes in Employment Status: If an employee's status has changed (e.g., termination, leave of absence), the wage elements may not have been updated correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Wage Element Dates: Check the wage element configuration in the employee's master data. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  Navigate to the employee's infotype (e.g., IT0008 for Basic Pay) and verify the dates.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct start and end dates.
  Check Payroll Configuration: Review the payroll schema and rules to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no conflicting rules that might cause this issue.
  Run Consistency Checks: Use SAP tools to run consistency checks on the payroll data to identify any other potential issues.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help notes related to payroll processing for additional guidance on handling wage elements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and update employee records.
  Infotypes: Common infotypes related to payroll include IT0008 (Basic Pay), IT0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions), and IT0015 (Additional Payments).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making corrections, run a test payroll to ensure that the issue has been resolved and that the payroll process completes without errors.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.