How To Fix 5G681 - The Last award period is 20.08.2002 - 17.02.2003

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 681

• Message text: The Last award period is 20.08.2002 - 17.02.2003

What causes this issue?

The start date or the end date of the infotype record is after 17th
February 2003.

System Response

The Last award period for wich employers will pay WFTC/DPTC is from the
20th August 2002 to the 17th February 2003. Therefore there are no WFTC
payments from the 18th February 2003.

How to fix this error?

The start and end date of the infotype record should be before or equal
to the 17th February 2003.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G681 - The Last award period is 20.08.2002 - 17.02.2003 ?

  The SAP error message 5G681 typically indicates an issue related to the award period in the context of a specific module, often related to HR or payroll processes. The message suggests that the last award period is set from August 20, 2002, to February 17, 2003, which may imply that the system is trying to process data outside of this defined period.
  Cause:
  
  Date Range Issue: The error usually arises when a transaction or process is attempted outside the defined award period. This could happen if you are trying to enter or modify data for a time frame that is not covered by the existing award periods.
  Configuration Settings: The award periods may not be correctly configured in the system, leading to discrepancies when processing payroll or other HR-related functions.
  Data Entry Error: Users may inadvertently be entering dates that fall outside the valid award period.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Award Period Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the award periods in the relevant SAP module (e.g., HR or Payroll). Ensure that the award periods are correctly defined and that they cover the dates you are trying to process.
  Update Award Periods: If necessary, create or extend the award periods to include the date range you are working with. This may involve working with your SAP HR or Payroll administrator to ensure that the changes are made correctly.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to incorrect date entry, ensure that the dates being entered fall within the valid award periods. Double-check the dates for accuracy.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing award periods and resolving related errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  Testing: After making any changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the issue is resolved and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP expert or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.