How To Fix 5D720 - Employee group key not valid in selected period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 720

• Message text: Employee group key not valid in selected period

What causes this issue?

The employee group key (DEUEV) is valid as of 1.1.1999. However, the
current processed infotype records start prior to this date. For this
reason, an entry in the 'employee group' field is not possible.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If the current record ends before 1.1.1999, you can leave the 'person
group' field empty.
If the record ends after 1.1.1999, you must delimit it to 1.1.1999. To
do this, copy the existing infotype record to a new record with the
start date of 1.1.1999. You can then enter the employee group for the
copied record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D720 - Employee group key not valid in selected period ?

  The SAP error message 5D720: Employee group key not valid in selected period typically occurs when there is an issue with the employee group assignment in the system for a specific time period. This error is often encountered in the context of HR or payroll processing when trying to perform actions related to employee records.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Employee Group Assignment: The employee may not have a valid employee group assigned for the selected period. This can happen if the employee group was changed or if the employee was not assigned to any group during that time.
  Date Range Issues: The date range you are trying to process may not align with the employee's group assignment. For example, if the employee group was changed after the start date of the period you are trying to process.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the system regarding employee groups, such as missing entries in the relevant tables or incorrect settings in the organizational structure.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Group Assignment:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA20 or PA30) and check the employee group assignment for the relevant period.
  Ensure that the employee has a valid employee group assigned for the entire period you are trying to process.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Range:
  
  If the employee group was changed, ensure that you are processing data within the valid date range of the current employee group assignment.
  If necessary, adjust the date range of your processing to match the valid assignment period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings in the system related to employee groups. This may involve reviewing the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment) and ensuring that all necessary entries are present.
  Consult with your SAP HR configuration team to ensure that the employee groups are correctly set up in the system.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or notes related to this error message for any specific guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, perform a test to ensure that the error no longer occurs when processing the employee data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: PA20 (Display HR Master Data), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  Infotypes: Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), Infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or reach out to SAP support for further assistance.