How To Fix 5N283 - Person is expected to stay sick for a long time; regenerate infotype

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 283

• Message text: Person is expected to stay sick for a long time; regenerate infotype

What causes this issue?

The original end date of the sickness case has shifted. The Eligibility
for Permanent Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act infotype must be
regenerated.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Double-click on the message. You now go to the Eligibility for Permanent
Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act infotype. Delimit the infotype by
regenerating it.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N283 - Person is expected to stay sick for a long time; regenerate infotype ?

  The SAP error message 5N283 indicates that the system expects a person to be on sick leave for an extended period, and it suggests that the infotype related to the employee's absence needs to be regenerated. This error typically occurs in the context of managing employee absences, particularly in the Human Capital Management (HCM) module of SAP.
  Cause:
  
  Long-term Sick Leave: The error is triggered when an employee's sick leave is recorded in a way that suggests they will be absent for a long duration, but the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 2001 - Absences) has not been properly maintained or updated.
  Missing or Incomplete Data: There may be missing data in the infotype that is required for the system to process the sick leave correctly.
  Regeneration Requirement: The system may require the regeneration of the infotype to reflect the current status of the employee's absence.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Infotype 2001: Go to the employee's record and check Infotype 2001 (Absences) to ensure that the sick leave is correctly recorded. Make sure that the start and end dates are accurate and that the absence type is appropriate for long-term sick leave.
  Regenerate Infotype: If the infotype is correct, you may need to regenerate it. This can typically be done through the following steps:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 to access the employee's data.
  Select Infotype 2001 and check the entries.
  If necessary, delete the existing entry and re-enter the sick leave information.
  Save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  Check for Related Infotypes: Sometimes, other infotypes (like Infotype 2002 - Leave Entitlement) may also need to be checked to ensure that all related data is consistent and complete.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or help files related to absence management for any specific guidelines or requirements that may apply to your organization.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking and updating the infotype, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 2001 (Absences): This infotype is used to record various types of employee absences, including sick leave. It is crucial for payroll processing and absence management.
  Infotype 2002 (Leave Entitlement): This infotype tracks the employee's leave entitlements and may also be relevant when managing sick leave.
  SAP HCM Module: Understanding the broader context of the SAP HCM module can help in troubleshooting issues related to employee absences and leave management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5N283 and ensure that the employee's sick leave is accurately recorded in the system.