How To Fix 5R045 - Invalid start date &1 - This FW type/subtype is valid from &2.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 045

• Message text: Invalid start date &1 - This FW type/subtype is valid from &2.

What causes this issue?

The infotype start date falls within Foreign Worker Levy (FWL) valid
period.

System Response

This will cause an error when payroll is run.

How to fix this error?

Check that the infotype start date does not fall within the FWL valid
period.
(Refer to table T5R1E)

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R045 - Invalid start date &1 - This FW type/subtype is valid from &2. ?

  The SAP error message 5R045 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a specific firmware (FW) type or subtype. The message typically states that the start date you are trying to use is invalid because the firmware type/subtype is only valid from a specified date.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  You are trying to assign or use a firmware type/subtype that is not valid for the date you have specified.
  The start date you are using is earlier than the date from which the firmware type/subtype is valid.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Review the validity dates for the firmware type/subtype in question. You can do this by accessing the relevant configuration or master data in SAP.
  Ensure that the start date you are using is on or after the valid date specified in the error message.
  
  
  
  Update Start Date:
  
  If the start date you are using is incorrect, update it to a valid date that falls within the allowed range for the firmware type/subtype.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to the SAP documentation or help files related to firmware management to understand the specific requirements and constraints for the firmware types/subtypes you are working with.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unsure about the validity dates or how to proceed, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide guidance based on your specific system configuration.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to view or edit firmware types/subtypes, such as SPRO for configuration or SE11 for data dictionary views.
  Customizing Settings: If you have custom firmware types/subtypes, ensure that they are correctly configured in the system.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address known issues or provide additional guidance related to firmware management.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully use the firmware type/subtype as intended.