How To Fix 1FA473 - Termend &1 is less than current posting date &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 1FA - Betragskündigungen und Freibeträge

• Message number: 473

• Message text: Termend &1 is less than current posting date &2.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 1FA473 - Termend &1 is less than current posting date &2. ?

  The SAP error message 1FA473 indicates that the termination date (Termend) specified for an employee or a contract is earlier than the current posting date. This typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when trying to process data related to an employee's termination.
  Cause:
  
  The termination date entered for the employee is set to a date that is before the current posting date in the system. This can happen if:
  
  The user mistakenly enters an incorrect termination date.
  The system date is set incorrectly.
  There is a misunderstanding of the timeline for processing terminations.
  
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Current Posting Date: Verify the current posting date in the system. This can usually be found in the transaction you are using or by checking the system settings.
  
  
  Review the Termination Date: 
  
  Go to the employee's master data and check the termination date (Termend).
  Ensure that the termination date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the current posting date.
  
  
  
  Update the Termination Date: If the termination date is indeed earlier than the current posting date, update it to a valid date that meets the criteria.
  
  
  Consult with HR or Payroll: If you are unsure about what the correct termination date should be, consult with your HR or payroll department to ensure compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction: After making the necessary adjustments, try to reprocess the transaction that generated the error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to personnel administration, such as PA40 (Personnel Actions) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on handling personnel actions and understanding error messages.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.