How To Fix FITVPS255 - System suggests an end date for separation allowance for travel

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FITVPS -

• Message number: 255

• Message text: System suggests an end date for separation allowance for travel

What causes this issue?

You have deleted the 'No Separation Allowance for Travel' field.

System Response

The system proposes an end date for the separation allowance for travel.

How to fix this error?

Check the end date of the separation allowance for travel and, if
necessary, change it under the menu option Edit -> Separation Allowance
for Travel.

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 FITVPS255 - System suggests an end date for separation allowance for travel ?

  The SAP error message FITVPS255 indicates that the system is suggesting an end date for the separation allowance related to travel. This message typically arises in the context of travel management and employee separation processes within SAP.
  Cause:
  The error message FITVPS255 usually occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  
  Configuration Settings: The system may have specific configuration settings that dictate the duration of separation allowances. If the end date for the allowance is not properly configured or if it exceeds the allowed duration, the system will generate this message.
  
  
  Travel Request or Travel Expense Report: If there is a travel request or expense report that is not aligned with the separation allowance rules, the system may suggest an end date that is not acceptable.
  
  
  Employee Status: The employee's status in the system (e.g., if they are marked for separation or have already separated) may trigger this message, as the system needs to ensure that allowances are only provided for eligible employees.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FITVPS255 error, consider the following steps:
  
  
  Review Configuration: Check the configuration settings related to separation allowances in the SAP system. Ensure that the end date for the allowance is set correctly and aligns with company policies.
  
  
  Check Travel Documents: Review any travel requests or expense reports associated with the employee. Ensure that they are correctly filled out and that the dates align with the separation allowance rules.
  
  
  Employee Status Verification: Verify the employee's status in the system. If the employee is marked for separation, ensure that the separation allowance is still valid and that the end date is appropriate.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines regarding travel allowances and separation processes to ensure compliance with policies.
  
  
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance. They may have additional insights or solutions based on your specific SAP configuration.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide updates to the system that could resolve the issue.
  User Manuals: Review user manuals or training materials related to travel management and separation allowances in your organization.
  Community Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the FITVPS255 error and implement a suitable solution.