How To Fix 5H009 - The employee left the company on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5H - Garnishment Messages (Austria)

• Message number: 009

• Message text: The employee left the company on &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5H009 - The employee left the company on & ?

  The SAP error message 5H009 indicates that an employee has been marked as having left the company on a specific date. This error typically arises when trying to perform actions related to an employee's record after their termination date. Here’s a breakdown of the cause, potential solutions, and related information:
  Cause:
  
  The employee's status in the system is set to "inactive" or "terminated," meaning they are no longer considered an active employee.
  The date mentioned in the error message indicates the last working day of the employee, and any actions that require the employee to be active (like creating a new record, processing payroll, etc.) will trigger this error.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Employee Status:
  
  Verify the employee's status in the system. If the employee is indeed terminated, you may need to adjust your actions accordingly.
  
  
  
  Reopen Employee Record:
  
  If you need to perform actions on the employee's record (like processing final payments or corrections), you may need to change their status back to active temporarily. This usually requires administrative permissions and should be done in accordance with company policy.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR:
  
  If you are unsure about the employee's status or the implications of changing it, consult with your HR department. They can provide guidance on how to handle the situation appropriately.
  
  
  
  Review Termination Process:
  
  Ensure that the termination process was completed correctly. Sometimes, errors can occur if the termination was not processed properly.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction Codes:
  
  Make sure you are using the correct transaction codes for the actions you are trying to perform. Some actions may not be allowed for terminated employees.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Modules: This error is typically encountered in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on employee status management and error handling.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT support team for further assistance.
  
  Conclusion:
  The 5H009 error is a safeguard to prevent actions on records of employees who are no longer with the company. Understanding the employee's status and following the appropriate procedures will help resolve the issue effectively.