How To Fix 5G207 - Infotype(0003) not changed as earliest personal retro. date is too late

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 207

• Message text: Infotype(0003) not changed as earliest personal retro. date is too late

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G207 - Infotype(0003) not changed as earliest personal retro. date is too late ?

  The SAP error message 5G207 indicates that there is an issue with the infotype 0003 (Payroll Status) not being changed because the earliest personal retroactive date is too late. This typically occurs when you are trying to make changes to an employee's payroll data, but the changes you are attempting to make are outside the allowed retroactive period.
  Cause:
  
  Retroactive Accounting Date: The error usually arises when the system is trying to process a change that is retroactive to a date that is beyond the allowed retroactive accounting date for the employee. This date is set in the employee's master data and determines how far back changes can be made.
  Infotype Locking: The infotype 0003 may be locked for changes due to the payroll period being closed or finalized.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or missing data in the employee's master data that is causing the system to reject the changes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Retroactive Accounting Date: Verify the employee's retroactive accounting date in their master data. You can do this by navigating to the employee's infotype records (e.g., PA30) and checking the relevant fields.
  Adjust Changes: If the changes you are trying to make are indeed valid but are outside the retroactive period, you may need to adjust your changes to fall within the allowed period.
  Unlock Infotype: If the infotype is locked, you may need to unlock it or check if the payroll period is still open. This may require coordination with your payroll team.
  Consult with HR/Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the changes or the retroactive accounting date, consult with your HR or payroll team for guidance on how to proceed.
  Use Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and modify the employee's data as needed.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0003: This infotype is used to maintain payroll status information for employees, including their payroll area, status, and other relevant details.
  Retroactive Accounting: In SAP, retroactive accounting allows for adjustments to be made to payroll data for previous periods. However, there are limits on how far back these adjustments can be made based on the configuration and the employee's data.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as there may be known issues or fixes provided by SAP.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult SAP documentation for further troubleshooting.