How To Fix HRPAYDECI003 - Expired records are delimited

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDECI - HR: Payroll Accounting - Construction Industry

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Expired records are delimited

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDECI003 - Expired records are delimited ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDECI003 indicates that there are expired records in the payroll data that have been delimited. This typically occurs in the context of personnel administration and payroll processing within the SAP HR module. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  Expired Records: The error usually arises when there are records in the system that have a validity period that has ended. For example, if an employee's contract or a specific payroll record has a start and end date, and the end date has passed, the system will delimit these records.
  Incorrect Date Configuration: If the payroll run is being processed for a period that is outside the validity of the employee's records, this error can occur.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors or incorrect data maintenance can lead to records being incorrectly delimited.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates of the employee records in question. Ensure that the records are still valid for the payroll period you are processing.
  Adjust Payroll Period: If the payroll run is being processed for a period that is not valid for the employee, adjust the payroll period to a valid range.
  Reinstate Records: If records were mistakenly delimited, you may need to reinstate them by adjusting the validity dates in the employee master data.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they align with your organizational policies regarding record validity.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for specific guidance and troubleshooting steps.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and modify employee records.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarize yourself with the payroll processing steps in SAP to understand how records are handled during payroll runs.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes in the SAP Support Portal that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and modify employee records in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.