How To Fix HRPAYDEST037 - Deregistration date cannot be before the start date of the infotype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDEST - Message Class: Taxes Germany

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Deregistration date cannot be before the start date of the infotype

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDEST037 - Deregistration date cannot be before the start date of the infotype ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDEST037 indicates that there is an issue with the dates specified in an infotype related to payroll or employee data. Specifically, the error states that the deregistration date cannot be earlier than the start date of the infotype. This typically occurs when you are trying to deregister an employee or a specific infotype record, and the dates provided do not align correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The deregistration date you are trying to enter is earlier than the start date of the infotype record. For example, if the infotype record starts on January 1, 2023, you cannot set a deregistration date of December 31, 2022.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, either by the user or due to a system error.
  Infotype Configuration: The infotype may have specific rules or configurations that enforce this date relationship.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the start date of the infotype record you are trying to deregister. Ensure that the deregistration date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  Adjust Dates: If the deregistration date is incorrect, modify it to a valid date that complies with the infotype's date constraints.
  Review Infotype Records: If you are unsure about the start date, navigate to the infotype record in SAP and verify the details.
  Consult Documentation: If you are working with a specific infotype, refer to the SAP documentation or configuration guides for that infotype to understand its date handling rules.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the infotype records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store employee data. Each infotype has a validity period defined by a start date and an end date.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes for managing infotypes include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or bugs related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the dates and making adjustments, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  By ensuring that the deregistration date is correctly aligned with the infotype's start date, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYDEST037 error.