How To Fix HRPAYDESV604 - Field 'Dismissal/Notice Emplymt Relation. By' (AVKUEDU) cannot be initial

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYDESV - Error Messages Germany Payroll, Social Insurance

• Message number: 604

• Message text: Field 'Dismissal/Notice Emplymt Relation. By' (AVKUEDU) cannot be initial

What causes this issue?

The field <ZK>Dismissal/Notice Employment Relationship By (AVKUEDU)</>
is initial. Therefore, no date can be entered in the field
<ZK>Dismissal/Termination Employment Relationship On (AVKUEAM)</>, but
this field is filled with the date &v1&.

System Response

The notification is created in status <ZK>With Errors.</>

How to fix this error?

Check the corresponding fields in the infotype <ZK>Electronic Data
Exchange (0700)</> subtype <ZK>DBKE.</>

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYDESV604 - Field 'Dismissal/Notice Emplymt Relation. By' (AVKUEDU) cannot be initial ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYDESV604 indicates that the field 'Dismissal/Notice Employment Relation. By' (AVKUEDU) cannot be left empty (initial) during a specific payroll or personnel action process. This error typically arises in the context of employee terminations or changes in employment status.
  Cause:
  
  Field Requirement: The field AVKUEDU is required for certain actions, such as dismissals or terminations. If this field is not filled, the system will throw an error.
  Configuration Settings: The configuration in the SAP system may require this field to be populated for specific infotypes or actions related to employee status changes.
  Data Entry Error: The user may have inadvertently skipped this field while entering data in the relevant infotype.
  
  Solution:
  
  Fill the Field: Ensure that the AVKUEDU field is populated with the appropriate value. This typically involves entering the reason for dismissal or the notice period.
  Check Infotype: Review the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000 - Actions, Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment) to ensure that all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Configuration Review: If you have access to configuration settings, check the settings for the relevant infotypes to see if the AVKUEDU field is marked as mandatory. If it is not required for your business process, you may need to adjust the configuration.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data into the system are trained on the importance of this field and understand when it needs to be filled.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that deal with employee actions, such as Infotype 0000 (Actions) and Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that may provide additional context or solutions.
  Authorization: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee records, as lack of authorization can sometimes lead to incomplete data entry.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR module support team or a technical consultant for further assistance.