How To Fix 3L060 - Need to specify contract final date in infotype 0016

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Need to specify contract final date in infotype 0016

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L060 - Need to specify contract final date in infotype 0016 ?

  The SAP error message 3L060 indicates that a contract final date needs to be specified in Infotype 0016 (Contract Elements) for an employee. This error typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a contract for an employee in the SAP HR module, and the system requires a final date to be entered for the contract.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are attempting to create or update an employee's contract without specifying a final date.
  The contract is set up in a way that requires a final date to be defined, but it has not been provided.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the contract final date is specified in Infotype 0016. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Employee's Data:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to access the employee's data.
  
  
  
  Select Infotype 0016:
  
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select Infotype 0016 (Contract Elements).
  
  
  
  Enter the Final Date:
  
  In the Infotype 0016 screen, look for the field labeled "Contract Final Date" or similar.
  Enter the appropriate final date for the contract.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the final date, save the changes to the employee's record.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt the Action:
  
  If you were trying to perform a specific action (like creating a new contract or modifying an existing one), re-attempt that action after saving the changes.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0016 (Contract Elements): This infotype is used to manage contract-related information for employees, including start and end dates, contract types, and other relevant details.
  Personnel Administration (PA): This module in SAP HR is responsible for managing employee data, including contracts, personal information, and organizational assignments.
  Error Handling: If you continue to encounter issues, check for any additional requirements or validations that may be set up in your SAP system regarding contract management.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP HR administrator or technical support team to investigate further, as there may be custom configurations or additional validations in place.