How To Fix 5O654 - Infotype end date must be at the end of the payroll period: &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 654

• Message text: Infotype end date must be at the end of the payroll period: &

What causes this issue?

The end date of the infotype is in a period in which the employee has
the employment status <ZH>active</>.

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 end date of the infotype must be the either on the last day of the
payroll period or within the period in which the employee is inactive.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5O654 - Infotype end date must be at the end of the payroll period: & ?

  The SAP error message 5O654 indicates that there is an issue with the end date of an infotype record in the context of payroll processing. Specifically, the error states that the end date of the infotype must align with the end of the payroll period.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The end date of an infotype (such as infotype 0000 for actions, infotype 0001 for organizational assignment, etc.) is set to a date that does not correspond to the end of the payroll period.
  The payroll period is defined in such a way that it expects the infotype end date to match the last day of the payroll period.
  There may be a mismatch between the infotype dates and the payroll calendar settings.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Payroll Period: Verify the payroll period settings in the system. Ensure that you know the start and end dates of the payroll period.
  
  
  Adjust Infotype Dates:
  
  Go to the relevant infotype (e.g., PA30 for maintaining HR master data).
  Check the end date of the infotype record that is causing the error.
  Change the end date to match the last day of the payroll period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for payroll periods in the system. Ensure that the payroll calendar is set up correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on how infotypes and payroll periods are managed in your version of SAP.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, run a test payroll to ensure that the error does not occur again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a validity period defined by a start date and an end date.
  Payroll Processing: Payroll processing in SAP involves calculating employee salaries based on various factors, including time worked, deductions, and benefits. The accuracy of infotype data is crucial for correct payroll calculations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP Notes can provide additional insights or solutions based on specific system versions or configurations.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a qualified SAP consultant for further assistance.