How To Fix HRPAYNL_EN278 - IT 0059: Temporary contract is ending on &1 (field CTEDT) in period &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNL_EN - Errormessage for NL Payroll

• Message number: 278

• Message text: IT 0059: Temporary contract is ending on &1 (field CTEDT) in period &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN278 - IT 0059: Temporary contract is ending on &1 (field CTEDT) in period &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNL_EN278 IT 0059 indicates that there is an issue related to a temporary contract in the Human Resources module, specifically in the context of payroll processing. This error typically arises when the system detects that a temporary contract is set to end on a specific date, which may not align with the expected payroll processing period.
  Cause:
  
  Contract End Date: The error message indicates that the contract end date (CTEDT) is approaching or has been reached, and the system is unable to process payroll for this employee because the contract is no longer valid.
  Payroll Period: The payroll period specified in the error message may fall within the timeframe of the contract's validity, but since the contract is ending, the system cannot process payroll for that period.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the employee's contract settings or payroll settings that do not align with the expected processing rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Contract Dates: Check the employee's contract details in the system. Ensure that the contract end date (CTEDT) is correctly set and that it aligns with the payroll processing period.
  Extend Contract: If the employee is still working and the contract needs to be extended, update the contract end date to a future date that covers the payroll period in question.
  Adjust Payroll Period: If the contract is indeed ending, ensure that the payroll processing for that period is handled appropriately, possibly by marking the employee as inactive or processing final payments.
  Consult HR Policies: Ensure that the handling of temporary contracts aligns with your organization's HR policies and procedures.
  Check Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the settings for temporary contracts and payroll processing are correctly configured.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review and edit employee contract details.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation for specific guidelines on handling temporary contracts and payroll processing.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP HR team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to address the error message HRPAYNL_EN278 and ensure that payroll processing can continue smoothly for the affected employee.