How To Fix 5R141 - Please enter a date as qualifying date for ex-employee!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 141

• Message text: Please enter a date as qualifying date for ex-employee!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R141 - Please enter a date as qualifying date for ex-employee! ?

  The SAP error message 5R141, "Please enter a date as qualifying date for ex-employee," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when dealing with ex-employees. This error indicates that the system requires a specific date to be entered as a qualifying date for an ex-employee, which is necessary for processing certain actions or reports related to that employee.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Qualifying Date: The most common cause of this error is that the user has not entered a qualifying date for the ex-employee in the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000 - Actions).
  Incorrect Infotype Data: The data in the infotype may be incomplete or incorrectly maintained, leading to the requirement for a qualifying date.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or validations set up in the system that require a qualifying date for certain actions related to ex-employees.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Enter a Qualifying Date: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000) for the ex-employee.
  Ensure that you enter a valid date in the "Qualifying Date" field. This date typically represents the last day of employment or another relevant date for the employee.
  
  
  
  Check Infotype Data:
  
  Review the infotype data for the ex-employee to ensure all required fields are filled out correctly.
  Make sure that the employee's status is correctly set to "ex-employee" and that all necessary actions have been completed.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation: 
  
  If you are unsure about the required date or the process, refer to your organization's SAP documentation or guidelines for handling ex-employees.
  
  
  
  System Configuration Review:
  
  If the issue persists, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or technical team to review the system configuration and any validation rules that may be causing this error.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes in SAP HR, especially those related to employee actions and status changes (e.g., Infotype 0000, 0001, etc.).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific error messages and provide solutions or workarounds.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to employee records, as lack of permissions can also lead to errors when trying to enter or modify data.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.