How To Fix 5V238 - Leaving date not found.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 238

• Message text: Leaving date not found.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5V238 - Leaving date not found. ?

  The SAP error message 5V238: Leaving date not found typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when the system is unable to find a valid leaving date for an employee in the relevant infotype. This can happen for various reasons, such as missing data or incorrect configuration.
  Causes:
  
  Missing Infotype Data: The infotype that contains the leaving date (usually Infotype 0000 - Actions) may not have been maintained properly.
  Incorrect Date Format: The date format may not be recognized by the system, leading to the error.
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as overlapping records or missing entries.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to view or edit the employee's leaving date.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration issues in the personnel administration module that prevent the system from retrieving the leaving date.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Infotype 0000: Go to the employee's master data and check Infotype 0000 (Actions) to ensure that the leaving date is correctly entered and saved.
  Review Date Format: Ensure that the date is entered in the correct format as per the system's configuration.
  Data Consistency Check: Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to review the employee's records for any inconsistencies or missing data.
  Authorization Check: Verify that the user has the necessary authorizations to access the employee's data.
  Consult with HR or IT: If the issue persists, consult with your HR department or IT support team to check for any configuration issues or system errors.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PA40 (Personnel Actions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation for personnel administration to understand how leaving dates are managed and any prerequisites for maintaining them.
  
  If the problem continues after checking these areas, it may be necessary to escalate the issue to your SAP support team for further investigation.