How To Fix HRPBSAT_RA016 - End date must be the last day of the month

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSAT_RA - HR: Public Sector Austria II

• Message number: 016

• Message text: End date must be the last day of the month

What causes this issue?

The end date is not the last day of a month. As side charge bonus points
can only be assigned on a month basis, the end date should be the last
day of a month.

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?

Change the end date.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSAT_RA016 - End date must be the last day of the month ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSAT_RA016, which states "End date must be the last day of the month," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when managing employee data in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that the end date you are trying to enter for a specific record (such as a payroll period, contract, or other time-related data) does not correspond to the last day of the month.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect End Date: The end date you have entered is not the last day of the month. For example, if you are trying to set an end date for February, it should be either the 28th or 29th (in a leap year).
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce this rule for specific types of records.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error when entering the date could lead to this message.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the End Date: Verify the end date you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is indeed the last day of the month. For example:
  
  January: 31
  February: 28 or 29 (depending on the year)
  March: 31
  April: 30
  May: 31
  June: 30
  July: 31
  August: 31
  September: 30
  October: 31
  November: 30
  December: 31
  
  
  
  Adjust the Date: If the date is incorrect, adjust it to the last day of the month as required.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If you believe the end date should not be restricted to the last day of the month, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to review the settings related to payroll periods or other relevant configurations.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on date entries in the HR module.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this error or provide additional context.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the records you are working with.
  Testing: If you are making changes in a test environment, ensure that the same rules apply in the production environment.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team or consult with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.