How To Fix HRPAYTR02269 - Maintain the start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYTR02 -

• Message number: 269

• Message text: Maintain the start date

What causes this issue?

The start date determines when the background job is to be run. You
can plan the job here.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Maintain the start date whereby you select the function 'start date'.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYTR02269 - Maintain the start date ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYTR02269, which states "Maintain the start date," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that a required start date for a specific action or record has not been maintained, which is essential for the system to process payroll or personnel data correctly.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Start Date: The most common cause of this error is that the start date for an employee's record (such as a new hire, a change in employment status, or a new payroll period) has not been entered or is missing.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll or personnel administration settings that require a start date to be specified.
  Data Entry Errors: Human errors during data entry can lead to missing or incorrectly formatted start dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Maintain Start Date:
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000 - Actions, Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment, etc.) for the employee in question.
  Ensure that the start date is filled in correctly. This date should reflect the actual start date of the employee's action or employment.
  Save the changes and re-run the payroll or personnel action.
  
  
  
  Check Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists, check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that the start date is a required field for the relevant infotypes or actions.
  Consult with your SAP HCM configuration team to verify that the settings align with your organization's requirements.
  
  
  
  Review Data Entry Procedures:
  
  Ensure that all personnel administrators and payroll processors are trained on the importance of maintaining accurate start dates.
  Implement validation checks or automated alerts in the system to prevent missing start dates in the future.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that may require a start date, such as Infotype 0000 (Actions), Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), and others.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals related to payroll processing and personnel administration for best practices in maintaining employee records.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HCM for further assistance.