How To Fix HRPAYDEPF506 - The key date/start of subapplication &1 is &2.

HRPAYDEPF506 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 506

• Message text: The key date/start of subapplication &1 is &2.

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HRPAYDEPF506 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYDEPF506 typically occurs in the context of payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error message indicates that there is an issue with the key date or the start date of a sub-application (like a specific payroll run or a benefits application) that is being processed.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  
  Incorrect Key Date: The key date specified for the payroll run or sub-application may not be valid. This could happen if the date is outside the permissible range for the payroll period or if it does not align with the employee's employment status.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the payroll settings or in the specific sub-application that is being processed.
  
  
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the employee master data or infotypes that are required for the payroll process.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required data for the payroll run or sub-application