How To Fix 5U080 - Exemption checkbox selected; end date should be changed to &.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 080

• Message text: Exemption checkbox selected; end date should be changed to &.

How to fix this error?

Most jurisdictions do not allow employees to automatically renew
exemptions. Instead, the employee must reclaim the exemption each year.
You must specify the period in which the exemption is valid.
<ZH>Note</>: If you enter a begin date for the record and choose Enter,
the system will look at the begin date you entered and the authority
for which you are entering the exemption, and prompt you with the valid
end date for that record.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U080 - Exemption checkbox selected; end date should be changed to &. ?

  The SAP error message 5U080 indicates that an exemption checkbox has been selected in the system, but the end date associated with that exemption needs to be adjusted. This error typically arises in the context of tax exemption handling, where the system expects the end date to align with the selected exemption status.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  An exemption checkbox is marked, indicating that a certain tax exemption applies.
  The end date for the exemption is either not set or is not appropriate given the current selection (e.g., it may be in the past or not aligned with the exemption period).
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Review the Exemption Checkbox: Check if the exemption checkbox is indeed supposed to be selected based on your business requirements.
  Adjust the End Date: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration where the exemption is set.
  Update the end date to a valid future date that corresponds with the exemption period.
  
  
  Validate Changes: After making the changes, save the record and recheck to ensure that the error message no longer appears.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version and configuration, you may need to use specific transaction codes (like FB02, FBL1N, or others) to access the relevant records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding tax exemptions to ensure compliance with business rules.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to exemption settings in the system.
  Testing: After making changes, it’s advisable to test the transaction to confirm that the exemption is applied correctly without triggering the error.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in tax configurations within SAP.