How To Fix HRPAYDEBW235 - Last paid day cannot be after the start of the absence

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEBW - PY-DE: Statements Germany

• Message number: 235

• Message text: Last paid day cannot be after the start of the absence

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEBW235 - Last paid day cannot be after the start of the absence ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEBW235, which states "Last paid day cannot be after the start of the absence," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or absence management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a conflict between the dates specified for an employee's absence and the last paid day recorded in the system.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by a mismatch between the dates of an employee's absence and the last paid day. Specifically, it occurs when:
  
  The last paid day (the last day for which the employee was paid) is later than the start date of the absence. 
  This situation can arise if the absence is being recorded incorrectly or if there are discrepancies in the payroll data.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Absence Dates: Verify the start and end dates of the absence in the employee's records. Ensure that the start date of the absence is not earlier than the last paid day.
  
  
  Adjust Last Paid Day: If the last paid day is incorrectly set, you may need to adjust it to ensure it is on or before the start date of the absence.
  
  
  Review Payroll Data: Check the payroll results for the employee to ensure that there are no discrepancies in the payment periods that could lead to this error.
  
  
  Correct Absence Type: Ensure that the absence type being used is appropriate and that it aligns with the employee's payroll status.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for handling absences and payroll to ensure compliance with the required processes.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in the production system to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP HCM team for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to review and edit employee records.
  Absence Management: Understand the configuration of absence types and how they interact with payroll processing in your SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.