How To Fix 5U536 - No plans found are to be terminated or those found delimited by others

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 536

• Message text: No plans found are to be terminated or those found delimited by others

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U536 - No plans found are to be terminated or those found delimited by others ?

  The SAP error message 5U536 ("No plans found are to be terminated or those found delimited by others") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when trying to terminate or delimit a plan (such as a personnel action or a specific employee's plan) in the system. This error indicates that the system could not find any valid plans that can be terminated or that the plans found are already delimited by other actions.
  Causes:
  
  No Active Plans: There are no active plans associated with the employee or object you are trying to process.
  Delimitation by Other Actions: The plans that exist may have already been delimited by other actions, meaning they are no longer valid for termination.
  Incorrect Selection Criteria: The selection criteria used to find the plans may not match any existing records.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the data, such as missing or incorrect entries in the relevant infotypes.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Active Plans: Verify if there are any active plans for the employee or object in question. You can do this by checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Review Delimitation: Ensure that the plans you are trying to terminate have not already been delimited. You can check the history of actions taken on the employee's record.
  Adjust Selection Criteria: If you are using a report or transaction to find plans, ensure that the selection criteria are correct and that you are looking in the right time frame.
  Data Consistency Check: Run a consistency check on the employee's data to identify any discrepancies that may be causing the issue.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the transaction or process you are using.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to the plans you are working with (e.g., Infotype 0001, 0002, etc.).
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review the employee's records.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that address the issue.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the actions you are attempting.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in HR processes within SAP.