How To Fix HRPBSDEVAVG406 - Incoming payment of severance is before end of employment relationship

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDEVAVG - HR-VADM: Public Sector Pensions Act

• Message number: 406

• Message text: Incoming payment of severance is before end of employment relationship

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG406 - Incoming payment of severance is before end of employment relationship ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG406, which states "Incoming payment of severance is before end of employment relationship," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or employee separation in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules. This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the timing of the severance payment relative to the employee's employment status.
  Cause:
  
  Timing Issue: The severance payment is being processed or recorded before the official end date of the employee's employment relationship in the system.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be an error in the data entry of the employee's termination date or the payment date.
  Configuration Issues: The payroll or severance payment configuration may not align with the expected business rules regarding payment timing.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Employment Status: Check the employee's status in the system to ensure that the termination date is correctly set and that the employment relationship is officially ended before processing the severance payment.
  Adjust Payment Date: If the payment date is incorrectly set before the termination date, adjust the payment date to ensure it is on or after the termination date.
  Review Payroll Configuration: Ensure that the payroll configuration settings are correctly set up to handle severance payments according to your organization's policies and legal requirements.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies to ensure compliance with the rules governing severance payments.
  Test in a Sandbox Environment: If changes are made to configurations or processes, test them in a non-production environment to ensure that the error does not recur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling severance payments.
  HR Module Documentation: Review the SAP HR module documentation for best practices on managing employee separations and severance payments.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP user communities or forums where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.