How To Fix 5O409 - Always enter "From"/"To" dates for part. remun. and "Percentage" together

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5O - Notifications in the Master Data Area (Austria)

• Message number: 409

• Message text: Always enter "From"/"To" dates for part. remun. and "Percentage" together

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O409 - Always enter "From"/"To" dates for part. remun. and "Percentage" together ?

  The SAP error message 5O409 indicates that when entering data related to part-time remuneration, both the "From" and "To" dates must be specified along with the "Percentage" value. This error typically arises in the context of employee remuneration settings, particularly when configuring part-time work arrangements.
  Cause:
  The error occurs because the system requires a complete set of information to process the remuneration details correctly. If either the "From" date, "To" date, or "Percentage" is missing, the system cannot determine the validity of the remuneration period or the percentage of part-time work, leading to this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, ensure that you provide all the required fields when entering part-time remuneration details:
  
  Enter "From" Date: Specify the starting date for the remuneration period.
  Enter "To" Date: Specify the ending date for the remuneration period.
  Enter "Percentage": Provide the percentage of the full-time equivalent that the part-time employee will work.
  
  Make sure that:
  
  The "From" date is earlier than the "To" date.
  The "Percentage" is a valid numerical value (e.g., 50 for 50%).
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transactions related to employee master data, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  Configuration: If you are an HR administrator or consultant, check the configuration settings in the SAP system related to part-time remuneration to ensure that all necessary fields are correctly set up.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for more details on how to manage part-time remuneration settings.
  
  If the issue persists after ensuring all fields are filled correctly, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.