How To Fix HRPAYDEE2553 - Start date for ELStAM procedure cannot be determined

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEE2 - Message Class ELStAM Procedure

• Message number: 553

• Message text: Start date for ELStAM procedure cannot be determined

What causes this issue?

No start date for the ELStAM procedure could be determined for the
selected personnel number.

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?

Check the Customizing for the Reporting personnel area for the ELStAM
procedure (subapplication <LS>LSTC</> (Employment Tax Data - ELStAM
Procedure)).

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEE2553 - Start date for ELStAM procedure cannot be determined ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEE2553, which states "Start date for ELStAM procedure cannot be determined," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in Germany, particularly when dealing with the ELStAM (Elektronische Lohnsteuerabzugsmerkmale) procedure. This procedure is used to retrieve electronic tax deduction characteristics for employees.
  Cause:
  The error can arise due to several reasons, including:
  
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The employee's master data may be incomplete or incorrect, particularly regarding tax-related information such as the start date of employment or tax class.
  
  
  ELStAM Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the ELStAM process in the SAP system, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings.
  
  
  Payroll Period Issues: The payroll period being processed may not align with the employee's tax data, leading to difficulties in determining the start date for the ELStAM procedure.
  
  
  Data Migration Issues: If there has been a recent migration of data or changes in the employee's status, the system may not have the correct historical data to determine the start date.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPAYDEE2553 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data:
  
  Verify that the employee's master data is complete and accurate. Pay particular attention to the following fields:
  
  Start date of employment
  Tax class
  ELStAM-related fields
  
  
  
  
  
  Review ELStAM Configuration:
  
  Ensure that the ELStAM configuration in the SAP system is set up correctly. This includes checking the relevant customizing settings in the SAP system (transaction codes like SPRO).
  
  
  
  Check Payroll Period:
  
  Confirm that the payroll period you are processing is valid and that it corresponds to the employee's tax data. Ensure that the payroll run is being executed for the correct period.
  
  
  
  Run ELStAM Report:
  
  Execute the ELStAM report (transaction code PC00_M99_ELSTAM) to check for any inconsistencies or missing data related to the employee's tax characteristics.
  
  
  
  Consult SAP Notes:
  
  Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error. SAP frequently releases updates and patches that can resolve known issues.
  
  
  
  Contact SAP Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance. They may provide specific guidance based on your system configuration and version.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  ELStAM: The electronic tax deduction characteristics system in Germany, which requires employers to retrieve tax data electronically from the tax authorities.
  SAP HR Module: The Human Resources module in SAP, which includes payroll processing, employee management, and compliance with local regulations.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PC00_M99_ELSTAM (ELStAM report), and SPRO (Customizing).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the cause of the HRPAYDEE2553 error in your SAP system.