How To Fix 5V153 - Inconsistent data; enter the notification date for the dismissal period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5V - HR: Messages for Belgium

• Message number: 153

• Message text: Inconsistent data; enter the notification date for the dismissal period

What causes this issue?

You have selected the
<DS:DE.P12_DISPD>Dismissal period</> checkbox, which indicates that the
dismissal period for the employee has started. If the dismissal period
has started, you need to specify when the employee was notified about
his dismissal.

System Response

The dismissal-related data is inconsistent; the system cannot save the
infotype record until the data is corrected.

How to fix this error?

Specify a notification date, or deselect the <LS>Dismissal period</>
checkbox.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5V153 - Inconsistent data; enter the notification date for the dismissal period ?

  The SAP error message 5V153, which states "Inconsistent data; enter the notification date for the dismissal period," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or employee management within the SAP system. This error indicates that there is a mismatch or inconsistency in the data related to an employee's dismissal or termination process.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Notification Date: The error often arises when the notification date for the dismissal period is not entered or is incorrectly entered. This date is crucial for processing the dismissal correctly.
  Inconsistent Data: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as overlapping dates or missing information in related fields (e.g., termination date, notice period).
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the personnel administration module, particularly related to the rules governing dismissals and notifications.
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Notification Date: Ensure that the notification date for the dismissal period is entered correctly in the relevant fields. This date should reflect when the employee was officially notified of their dismissal.
  Check Related Dates: Verify that all related dates (e.g., termination date, notice period) are consistent and correctly entered. Ensure that there are no overlaps or gaps in the dates.
  Review Employee Data: Check the employee's master data for any inconsistencies or missing information that could lead to this error.
  Consult Configuration Settings: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP HR configuration team to review the settings related to dismissals and notifications. They may need to adjust the configuration to ensure it aligns with your organization's policies.
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its system, and there may be specific notes addressing this error.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to personnel administration and dismissals for best practices and guidelines on handling employee terminations.
  User Training: Ensure that users involved in the termination process are adequately trained on the necessary data entry requirements to avoid similar errors in the future.
  
  If the problem continues after following these steps, it may be beneficial to reach out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.