How To Fix HRPAYDEPF018 - Please do not enter a repayment date for status &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEPF - Error messages for German infotype module pools: garnishment

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Please do not enter a repayment date for status &1

What causes this issue?

You have entered the repayment date for the specified status. No date
be entered for this status.

How to fix this error?

Please delete the date or choose a different status.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEPF018 - Please do not enter a repayment date for status &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF018 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing, particularly when dealing with employee repayments or deductions. The message indicates that a repayment date should not be entered for a specific status (denoted by &1). 
  Cause:
  The error arises when the system detects that a repayment date has been entered for a status that does not allow it. This could happen in scenarios such as:
  
  Invalid Status: The employee's status (e.g., active, inactive, terminated) does not permit a repayment date to be set.
  Configuration Issues: The payroll configuration may not be set up correctly to handle repayments for certain statuses.
  Data Entry Error: A user may have mistakenly entered a repayment date when it is not applicable.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the employee's current status in the system. If the status is not appropriate for entering a repayment date, you may need to change the status or remove the repayment date.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the payroll settings are correctly configured to allow repayments for the relevant statuses. This may involve checking the payroll schema or rules related to repayments.
  
  
  Data Entry Review: Ensure that the data entry is correct. If a repayment date was entered in error, remove it and save the changes.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling repayments and the statuses that allow them.
  
  
  Testing: After making changes, test the payroll run again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  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) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll processing) to navigate and resolve issues effectively.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to make changes to payroll data.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to engage with SAP support or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR modules for further assistance.