How To Fix 5O637 - Leaving date & is not in the period selected

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 637

• Message text: Leaving date & is not in the period selected

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 5O637 - Leaving date & is not in the period selected ?

  The SAP error message 5O637 ("Leaving date & is not in the period selected") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when there is a mismatch between the leaving date of an employee and the selected period for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The leaving date of the employee falls outside the selected payroll period or reporting period. For example, if the employee's leaving date is set for a date in the next month, but the payroll period selected is for the current month, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Period Selection: The user may have selected a period that does not encompass the employee's leaving date.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the payroll periods or the employee's master data.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Leaving Date: Verify the employee's leaving date in their master data (infotype 0000 - Actions). Ensure that it is correctly set and reflects the actual leaving date.
  Adjust the Period Selection: When processing payroll or reports, ensure that the selected period includes the employee's leaving date. If the employee left on a specific date, make sure that the payroll period covers that date.
  Review Payroll Configuration: If the issue persists, check the payroll configuration settings to ensure that the periods are set up correctly and that there are no discrepancies in the configuration.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes, especially infotype 0000 (Actions) and infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), as they contain critical information about employee status and dates.
  Payroll Periods: Understand how payroll periods are defined in your SAP system and how they relate to employee actions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution.