How To Fix 5R210 - Assignment not possible.Scheme and plan have disjoint validity periods.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Assignment not possible.Scheme and plan have disjoint validity periods.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R210 - Assignment not possible.Scheme and plan have disjoint validity periods. ?

  The SAP error message 5R210 ("Assignment not possible. Scheme and plan have disjoint validity periods.") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll when there is an attempt to assign a specific plan or scheme to an employee, but the validity periods of the plan/scheme do not overlap with the employee's assignment period.
  Cause:
  
  
  Disjoint Validity Periods: The error arises when the validity period of the scheme (e.g., a benefits plan, insurance, or pension scheme) does not match the validity period of the employee's assignment. For example, if the scheme is valid from January 1, 2023, to December 31, 2023, but the employee's assignment is from March 1, 2022, to February 28, 2023, the two periods do not overlap, leading to this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration of the plan or scheme in the system may not be set up correctly, leading to mismatches in validity periods.
  
  
  Data Entry Errors: There may be errors in the data entry for either the employee's assignment or the scheme's validity dates.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods: Review the validity periods of both the employee's assignment and the scheme. Ensure that there is an overlap in the dates. If necessary, adjust the dates to ensure they align.
  
  
  Update Scheme Configuration: If the scheme's validity period is incorrect, you may need to update the configuration in the SAP system. This can typically be done by a system administrator or someone with the appropriate authorization.
  
  
  Correct Employee Assignment Dates: If the employee's assignment dates are incorrect, update them to reflect the correct period that aligns with the scheme.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on how to manage validity periods for schemes and assignments.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary adjustments, test the assignment again to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access and modify the relevant data.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee data and scheme configurations.
  Consult with HR or Payroll Team: If you are unsure about the validity periods or how to make changes, consult with your HR or payroll team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5R210 and successfully assign the scheme to the employee.