How To Fix 5O653 - Infotype start date must be within the active period: & & &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 653

• Message text: Infotype start date must be within the active period: & & &

What causes this issue?

The start date for <ZH>Specification When Leaving A</> infotype (0527)
must lie within the employee's active period. Refer to personnel
activity, status indicator, start date/end date of infotype 0000.

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?

The start date for the infotype record must be the same as the
employee's last active day.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O653 - Infotype start date must be within the active period: & & & ?

  The SAP error message 5O653 indicates that the start date for an infotype (a specific type of employee data) is outside the active period defined for that infotype. This typically occurs when you are trying to enter or modify data in an infotype, and the date you are using does not fall within the valid date range that has been set up in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Date Range Issue: The start date you are trying to enter is either before the start date of the active period or after the end date of the active period for that infotype.
  Configuration Settings: The infotype may have specific configuration settings that restrict the dates that can be entered.
  Data Consistency: There may be existing records that conflict with the date you are trying to enter, leading to inconsistencies.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Active Period: Verify the active period for the infotype you are working with. You can do this by checking the infotype configuration in the SAP system (transaction code PA30 for maintaining HR master data).
  Adjust Dates: If the date you are trying to enter is indeed outside the active period, you will need to adjust it to fall within the valid range.
  Review Configuration: If necessary, review the configuration settings for the infotype to ensure that they are set up correctly and allow for the dates you need.
  Consult with HR or SAP Admin: If you are unsure about the active periods or how to adjust them, consult with your HR department or SAP administrator for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are used in SAP HR to store specific types of employee data, such as personal information, payroll data, and organizational assignments.
  Date Management: SAP HR has strict date management rules to ensure data integrity and consistency. Understanding how these rules apply to different infotypes is crucial for effective data management.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and SM30 (Table Maintenance) for checking infotype configurations.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message and successfully enter or modify the infotype data.