How To Fix 5G418 - Delimit all Company Cars (Infotype 0442) on or before the leaving date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Delimit all Company Cars (Infotype 0442) on or before the leaving date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G418 - Delimit all Company Cars (Infotype 0442) on or before the leaving date ?

  The SAP error message 5G418, which states "Delimit all Company Cars (Infotype 0442) on or before the leaving date," typically occurs in the context of employee data management, particularly when an employee is being terminated or leaving the company. This error indicates that there are company car records (Infotype 0442) that have not been properly delimited (i.e., ended) before the employee's leaving date.
  Cause:
  
  Pending Company Car Records: The employee has one or more active company car records that extend beyond the employee's leaving date.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The leaving date may have been entered incorrectly, or the company car records may not have been updated to reflect the correct end date.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that require all related infotypes to be delimited before processing a termination.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype 0442:
  
  Go to the employee's master data (transaction code PA30).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and select Infotype 0442 (Company Car).
  Review the records to see if there are any active records that extend beyond the employee's leaving date.
  
  
  
  Delimit Company Car Records:
  
  If there are active records, you will need to delimit them. This can be done by:
  
  Selecting the relevant record.
  Choosing the "Delimit" option.
  Entering a date that is on or before the employee's leaving date.
  
  
  
  
  
  Verify Leaving Date:
  
  Ensure that the leaving date entered in the employee's master data is correct and reflects the actual termination date.
  
  
  
  Re-attempt Termination:
  
  After delimiting the company car records, you can re-attempt the termination process for the employee.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the process or if the issue persists, consult with your HR department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0442 (Company Car): This infotype is used to manage company car assignments to employees, including details such as the car type, start date, and end date.
  Termination Process: The termination process in SAP HR typically involves ensuring that all related infotypes are properly updated and delimited to maintain data integrity.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message, as well as the official SAP documentation for guidance on managing infotypes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully process the employee's termination.