How To Fix 5Z122 - Validity period of infotype is not valid

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5Z - IS-HR/PSG Public Sector Payroll - Germany

• Message number: 122

• Message text: Validity period of infotype is not valid

What causes this issue?

The validity period of the infotype covers a period of more than one
calendar year. This is only possible if the "Headcount, Change to
Headcount" field does not show an increase or decrease (value 2, 3, 4,
5, 6, or space).
This restriction is set since the pension recipient statistics are
always created in January and, for this reason, a personnel number can
only be reported once as an increase or decrease; the infotype is always
evaluated for January.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Delimit the infotype to the end of the year (December 31).

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5Z122 - Validity period of infotype is not valid ?

  The SAP error message 5Z122 ("Validity period of infotype is not valid") typically occurs when there is an issue with the validity dates of an infotype record in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the dates specified for the infotype record do not fall within the allowed range or are not valid for the current context.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The start and end dates of the infotype record may not be set correctly. For example, the end date may be earlier than the start date.
  Overlap with Existing Records: The new infotype record may overlap with existing records that have conflicting validity periods.
  Date Format Issues: The date format may not be recognized by the system, leading to validation errors.
  System Date Settings: The system date may be set incorrectly, causing the validity period to appear invalid.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain required fields may not be filled in, leading to the inability to validate the infotype.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the start and end dates of the infotype record. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date and that both dates are within the acceptable range.
  Review Existing Records: Check for any existing infotype records that may conflict with the new record. If there are overlaps, you may need to adjust the dates of the existing records or delete them if they are no longer needed.
  Correct Date Format: Ensure that the dates are entered in the correct format as per the system's requirements.
  Verify System Date: Check the system date settings to ensure they are correct. If the system date is incorrect, it may affect the validity checks.
  Complete Required Fields: Make sure all mandatory fields for the infotype are filled out correctly before saving the record.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HCM that store specific types of employee-related information, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and payroll data.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to infotypes include PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) and PA20 (Display HR Master Data).
  Authorization Issues: Sometimes, authorization issues can prevent the creation or modification of infotype records. Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address known issues related to this error message.
  
  If the problem persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further troubleshooting steps.