How To Fix FITP703 - The employee is not active (action) on &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITP -

• Message number: 703

• Message text: The employee is not active (action) on &

What causes this issue?

The employee is not active on the specified date. That is, the employee
is flagged as Not Active through infotype 0000 - Personnel Action.

System Response

The transaction continues. Follow-on errors may occur, however, and it
may not be possible to complete the transaction successfully.

How to fix this error?

Check infotype 0000 if necessary.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FITP703 - The employee is not active (action) on & ?

  The SAP error message FITP703 indicates that the employee is not active for the specified action on the given date. This typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when trying to perform an action (like hiring, transferring, or terminating an employee) for an employee who is not currently active in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Inactive Employee Status: The employee may have been terminated or is on a leave of absence, making them inactive for the action you are trying to perform.
  Incorrect Action Date: The action date you are trying to use may fall outside the period during which the employee is active.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the employee number or the action type being processed.
  Configuration Issues: There could be issues with the configuration of the employee's status in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the employee's current status in the system. You can do this by checking the employee's personnel file or using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Review Action Date: Ensure that the action date you are trying to use is within the active period of the employee. If the employee is inactive, you may need to adjust the date or the action being performed.
  Correct Data Entry: Double-check the employee number and the action type to ensure they are entered correctly.
  Reactivate Employee: If necessary and appropriate, you may need to reactivate the employee in the system or change their status to allow the action to be processed.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the employee's status or the appropriate action, consult with your HR department for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for actions) to manage employee data effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform actions on employee records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or user manuals for detailed procedures on handling personnel actions.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these aspects, it may be beneficial to reach out to your SAP support team for further assistance.