How To Fix 5I101 - The in lieu date cannot be prior to the termination date

5I101 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5I - HR-PA: Reserved for International Version (Australia)

• Message number: 101

• Message text: The in lieu date cannot be prior to the termination date

Self-Explanatory Message

Since SAP believes that this specific error message is 'self-explanatory,' no more information has been given.The majority of messages in the SAP system have a message text, however this is frequently insufficient to comprehend or resolve the problem.

To make things easier, more detailed information is frequently added to describe the issue, how to fix it, and the necessary steps or configuration modifications.

Unfortunately, there isn't any extra information in this error notice.

What else can you do?

First, use our AnswerBot below to get a possible cause and solution (requires a premium subscription).

Also, review the in-depth Common Questions & Answers listed below; you could discover a solution there or be able to connect with others who have faced similar challenges.

You can also try searching the SAP support portal (support.sap.com) but you need a special user ID to access it. It is possible that an SAP support note exists that provides additional details about the mistake or even steps for fixing it.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5I101 - The in lieu date cannot be prior to the termination date ?

  The SAP error message 5I101, which states "The in lieu date cannot be prior to the termination date," typically occurs in the context of employee management, particularly when dealing with termination and leave processes. This error indicates that there is a conflict between the dates entered for an employee's termination and the in lieu date (often related to leave or compensation).
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The in lieu date (the date on which an employee is compensated for unused leave or other benefits) has been set to a date that is earlier than the termination date of the employee.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, leading to the in lieu date being incorrectly set.
  System Configuration: There could be a configuration issue in the SAP system that does not allow for the in lieu date to be set before the termination date.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the termination date and