How To Fix 5D624 - The occupation code was changed

5D624 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 624

• Message text: The occupation code was changed

What causes this issue?

The system has set the employee's activity key to the default value in
accordance with table T5D13. The default value is used when feature
DFINF (use of default values in infotypes) returns the value 'X' for
infotype 20.

System Response

This change of activity key is a DEUEV notification reason. If you
retain this activity key, the system creates DEUEV notifications
(deregistration/registration).

How to fix this error?

Check the employee's activity key.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D624 - The occupation code was changed ?

  The SAP error message 5D624, which states "The occupation code was changed," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or employee master data management. This error indicates that there has been a change in the occupation code for an employee, which may not be allowed under certain conditions or configurations in the system.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Consistency Issues: The occupation code may have been changed in a way that violates data consistency rules set in the system.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to change the occupation code.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to prevent changes to certain fields after a specific event (e.g., after a payroll run).
  Dependencies: The occupation code may be linked to other data elements that are not compatible with the new value.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Authorizations: Ensure that the user attempting to make the change has the necessary permissions to modify the occupation code.
  Review Configuration: Consult with