How To Fix HRPAYDEE2179 - Not possible to compare data on &1 (tax year closed).

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEE2 - Message Class ELStAM Procedure

• Message number: 179

• Message text: Not possible to compare data on &1 (tax year closed).

What causes this issue?

The employee received a change list with ELStAM data with a validity
start date in a tax year that is already closed and that was no longer
opened to process the ELStAM data. Infotype Tax Data D (IT0012) was
updated in the currently open tax year and not on the key date of the
validity start date of the data in the closed tax year.

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

Example:
The February monthly list provides ELStAM data with a validity start
date in the last closed tax year. The tax deduction features in IT0012
are not imported into the system until January 1 of the currently open
tax year. Data records before January 1 remain unchanged.

System Response

If IT0012 from the past year (tax year that is actually closed) is not
maintained later manually with the valid ELStAM data, this warning
message is issued.

How to fix this error?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEE2179 - Not possible to compare data on &1 (tax year closed). ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEE2179 indicates that there is an attempt to compare payroll data for a tax year that has already been closed. This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing when trying to access or analyze data from a previous tax year that is no longer open for modifications or comparisons.
  Cause:
  
  Closed Tax Year: The primary cause of this error is that the tax year in question has been closed in the system. Once a tax year is closed, no further changes or comparisons can be made to the payroll data for that year.
  Incorrect Data Retrieval: The system may be trying to retrieve or compare data from a closed year due to incorrect configuration or user input.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Tax Year Status: Verify the status of the tax year in question. If it is indeed closed, you will not be able to make any changes or comparisons for that year.
  Use Open Tax Year: If you need to perform comparisons or analyses, ensure that you are working with an open tax year. You can adjust your queries or reports to focus on the current or open tax year.
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings in your SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly for payroll processing and reporting. This includes verifying the payroll periods and tax year settings.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling payroll data and understanding the implications of closed tax years.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide assistance based on your specific system configuration and requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on handling payroll data.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarize yourself with the payroll processing cycle in SAP, including how tax years are managed and the implications of closing a tax year.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in payroll processing are trained on the importance of tax year management and the limitations associated with closed years.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the HRPAYDEE2179 error and ensure proper handling of payroll data in your SAP system.