How To Fix 5E159 - Infotype record 0015 cannot extend until the next period

5E159 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5E - Error messages for Spanish infotypes module pools

• Message number: 159

• Message text: Infotype record 0015 cannot extend until the next period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5E159 - Infotype record 0015 cannot extend until the next period ?

  The SAP error message 5E159 indicates that there is an issue with extending an infotype record (specifically infotype 0015, which is related to "Contract Elements") until the next period. This typically occurs when there are constraints or conditions that prevent the extension of the record.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  End Date of Current Record: The current record may have an end date that does not allow for a new record to be created or extended. For example, if the end date of the existing record is set to a date that is not aligned with the start date of the new record, the system will not allow the extension.
  
  
  Missing Data: Required fields or data may be missing in the infotype record that is necessary for the extension.
  
  
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the extension of infotype records.
  
  
  Time Constraints: The system may have time constraints set up that prevent the