How To Fix 5D222 - Employee is not active

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 222

• Message text: Employee is not active

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D222 - Employee is not active ?

  The SAP error message 5D222: Employee is not active typically occurs when you attempt to perform an action related to an employee who is not currently active in the system. This can happen in various contexts, such as payroll processing, time management, or employee data updates.
  Cause:
  
  Employee Status: The employee may have been terminated, placed on leave, or their employment status may have been changed to inactive.
  Date Range: The action you are trying to perform may fall outside the active employment period of the employee.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the employee number or other identifiers used in the transaction.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Status:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data (usually in transaction PA20 or PA30).
  Verify the employee's status. If the employee is inactive, you may need to reactivate them if appropriate.
  
  
  
  Review Employment Dates:
  
  Ensure that the action you are trying to perform is within the active employment dates. If the employee has a future start date or a past end date, you will need to adjust your actions accordingly.
  
  
  
  Correct Data Entry:
  
  Double-check the employee number and any other identifiers you are using to ensure they are correct.
  
  
  
  Consult HR Module:
  
  If you have the necessary permissions, you can change the employee's status back to active if the situation allows it. This typically requires HR authorization.
  
  
  
  Contact HR or SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the employee's status or how to proceed, it may be best to consult with your HR department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to employee data include PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary permissions to view or modify employee data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for handling employee status changes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and proceed with your intended actions in SAP.