How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV020 - For end of growth enter either date or age

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBAV - HR-BAV (CPS) Error Messages (Germany)

• Message number: 020

• Message text: For end of growth enter either date or age

What causes this issue?

The pension calculation has been coded so that, if applicable, an
increase is calculated up to an individual end date. This end date is
determined using either a fixed date or the employee's age. You cannot
enter both dates together.

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?

Enter either a date or a final age.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV020 - For end of growth enter either date or age ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV020 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee growth or development data. The message indicates that for the end of growth, the system requires either a date or an age to be specified, but neither has been provided.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system expects a value for the end of growth but finds that both the date and age fields are empty. This can happen due to:
  
  Missing Data: The employee record may not have the necessary information filled in for the end of growth.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the payroll or personnel administration module may not be set up correctly to handle growth data.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, leading to missing values.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAYDEBAV020 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Data:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in the SAP system.
  Ensure that either the end of growth date or the end of growth age is filled in. You can do this by going to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000, 0001, or any specific infotype related to growth).
  
  
  
  Update Missing Information:
  
  If either the date or age is missing, enter the appropriate value. If you have the end of growth date, enter it; if you have the age, enter that instead.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to payroll and growth data. Ensure that the system is set up to require one of the two fields (date or age) and that there are no conflicting settings.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific guidance on handling growth data in payroll processing.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Seek Help:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee growth and development, as these will be crucial in ensuring that the necessary data is captured.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to edit employee data, as lack of access could also lead to incomplete data entry.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HRPAYDEBAV020 error effectively.