How To Fix HRPAYNLLA444 - IR start date (&1) is after the end-of-period date (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYNLLA - Notifications for Wage Return NL

• Message number: 444

• Message text: IR start date (&1) is after the end-of-period date (&2)

What causes this issue?

You entered an <DS:TX.P05_IKV>income relationship</> start date that
comes after the end date of the declaration period. You cannot report
income relationships that have not yet been started.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the user exit is functioning properly. See Implementation
Guide (IMG) step: <DS:SIMG.PAY_NL_B2A_LA_315>Determine Income
Relationships for Wage Return</>.

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 HRPAYNLLA444 - IR start date (&1) is after the end-of-period date (&2) ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYNLLA444 indicates that there is a mismatch between the start date of a payroll period and the end-of-period date. Specifically, the error states that the start date (&1) is after the end-of-period date (&2). This typically occurs in the context of payroll processing in SAP HR (Human Resources) when the system is trying to execute payroll calculations for a period where the dates are not aligned correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Configuration: The start date for the payroll period may have been set incorrectly, leading to it being after the defined end-of-period date.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual entry errors during the setup of payroll periods or during the entry of employee data can lead to this issue.
  Changes in Payroll Periods: If there have been recent changes to payroll periods or configurations, it may have resulted in inconsistencies in the date settings.
  System Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll schema or the related infotypes that manage payroll periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Payroll Period Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the payroll period configuration in SAP (Transaction code: SPRO).
  Verify the start and end dates for the payroll periods to ensure they are set correctly.
  
  
  
  Review Employee Data:
  
  Check the employee master data (Transaction code: PA30) for the relevant employee to ensure that the start date of the payroll is correctly set and does not exceed the end-of-period date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the start date is indeed set incorrectly, adjust it to fall within the valid range of the payroll period.
  
  
  
  Run Payroll Simulation:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, run a payroll simulation to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module expert for any specific configurations that may need to be addressed.
  
  
  
  Check for Updates:
  
  Ensure that your SAP system is up to date with the latest patches and updates, as sometimes bugs in earlier versions can lead to such issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), SPRO (Customizing), and PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation).
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes that may affect payroll processing, such as Infotype 0000 (Actions), Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), and Infotype 0008 (Basic Pay).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or fixes related to payroll processing and date configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYNLLA444 error and ensure that payroll processing can proceed without issues.