How To Fix P9215 - Indicator "TODAY" set; next value date not until &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P9 - EU-Specific Messages: Pymnt Program, Banks, Pymnt Methods

• Message number: 215

• Message text: Indicator "TODAY" set; next value date not until &1

What causes this issue?

The "TODAY" flag (for immediate payment) is set here initially on the
basis of the least expensive payment method. The final decision
regarding the actual payment transaction can only be made at a later
point in time.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P9215 - Indicator "TODAY" set; next value date not until &1 ?

  The SAP error message P9215 indicates that the "TODAY" indicator is set, but the next value date is not until a specified date (represented by &1). This error typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or time management when the system is trying to calculate or process values based on the current date, but the next value date is set to a future date.
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The error usually arises when the system is configured to use the current date for processing, but the next value date (e.g., for payroll, benefits, or time evaluation) is set to a date that is later than today.
  Data Entry Error: There may be an error in the data entry where the next value date was incorrectly set to a future date.
  System Settings: The system settings or configuration for the payroll or time management module may not align with the current processing date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Next Value Date: Review the configuration or data entry for the relevant employee or payroll area to ensure that the next value date is set correctly. It should not be set to a date that is beyond the current date if you are processing for today.
  Adjust the Processing Date: If you are processing payroll or time evaluation, ensure that you are using the correct processing date that aligns with the next value date.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system for payroll or time management to ensure that they are set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in the context of your specific module (e.g., Payroll, Time Management).
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PC00_MXX_CALC (Payroll Calculation) to check and adjust the relevant data.
  SAP Notes: Look for SAP Notes related to error P9215 for any patches or updates that may address this issue.
  Testing: After making changes, perform a test run to ensure that the error does not reoccur and that payroll or time evaluation processes correctly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the P9215 error and ensure that your payroll or time management processes run smoothly.