How To Fix HRPAYIEPAYROLL556 - Employment End Date must exist within the tax year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYIEPAYROLL - Message class for payroll reporting - IE

• Message number: 556

• Message text: Employment End Date must exist within the tax year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYIEPAYROLL556 - Employment End Date must exist within the tax year ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYIEPAYROLL556 indicates that there is an issue with the employment end date in relation to the tax year. This error typically arises during payroll processing when the employment end date does not fall within the defined tax year for the employee.
  Cause:
  
  Employment End Date: The employment end date entered for the employee is either before the start of the tax year or after the end of the tax year.
  Tax Year Configuration: The tax year settings in the system may not align with the employment dates.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the employment end date or the tax year settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employment End Date: Verify the employment end date for the employee in the system. Ensure that it falls within the current tax year.
  Review Tax Year Settings: Check the configuration of the tax year in the system. Make sure that the tax year is correctly defined and that it encompasses the employment end date.
  Correct Data Entry: If the employment end date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that falls within the tax year.
  Consult Payroll Administrator: If you are unsure about the correct dates or configurations, consult with your payroll administrator or HR personnel to ensure compliance with tax regulations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Tax Year Definition: Understand how the tax year is defined in your SAP system, as it may vary based on local regulations.
  Payroll Processing: Familiarize yourself with the payroll processing steps in SAP to ensure that all necessary data is entered correctly.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes or documentation for any specific guidelines or updates related to this error message.
  
  By addressing the employment end date and ensuring it aligns with the tax year, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with payroll processing.