How To Fix HRPAYDEBAV259 - Method G0 must expire before conversion method & can be applied

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 259

• Message text: Method G0 must expire before conversion method & can be applied

What causes this issue?

You defined conversion method &V1& in infotype 263. This method checks
the conversion amount against a global gross payment amount. This amount
is generated by method W0, however, which therefore has to run first in
payroll accounting.

System Response

Payroll accounting is canceled.

How to fix this error?

Use a different method to determine the conversion amount.
Alternatively, you can create an additional record for infotype Deferred
Compensation (263) with method W0. Make sure that the priority of this
conversion method is higher than that of method &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV259 - Method G0 must expire before conversion method & can be applied ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBAV259 indicates that there is an issue with the sequence of conversion methods being applied in the payroll process. Specifically, it states that the method G0 (which typically refers to a specific payroll processing method) must expire before another conversion method can be applied.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises in the context of payroll processing when:
  
  There are overlapping or conflicting payroll methods being applied to an employee's payroll data.
  The system is trying to apply a new conversion method while the previous method (G0) is still active or has not yet been completed or expired.
  There may be configuration issues in the payroll schema or rules that dictate how and when methods can be applied.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Payroll Configuration:
  
  Review the payroll configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the methods are set up correctly and that there are no conflicts.
  Ensure that the expiration dates for the payroll methods are correctly defined.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee's payroll data to see if there are any inconsistencies or overlapping methods that could be causing the issue.
  Ensure that the employee's payroll status is correct and that they are not in a state that would prevent the application of the new method.
  
  
  
  Adjust Payroll Processing:
  
  If you are in the middle of a payroll run, ensure that the previous payroll run has been completed successfully before attempting to apply a new conversion method.
  If necessary, you may need to run a retroactive payroll calculation to clear any issues with the previous method.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to payroll processing and conversion methods for any specific guidelines or updates that may apply to your version of SAP.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide insights specific to your system configuration or any known issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Payroll Schema: Familiarize yourself with the payroll schema and how conversion methods are defined and applied within it.
  Testing Environment: If possible, replicate the issue in a testing environment to better understand the cause and test potential solutions without affecting live data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.