How To Fix HRBEN00FMODULES115 - End of time is not permissible as the end of a fixed period for plan &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00FMODULES - Error Messages for Benefits - Function Modules

• Message number: 115

• Message text: End of time is not permissible as the end of a fixed period for plan &

What causes this issue?

For the stock purchase plan &V1&, a fixed reference period is specified
for the employee contribution and the end date of the fixed period is
set to the "high date" (12/31/9999). The reference period is invalid,
since realistic contributions cannot be calculated for an unlimited
period.

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?

Choose a regular period (for example, <ZK>monthly</>) or specify a
limited fixed period as a reference for the contributions.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES115 - End of time is not permissible as the end of a fixed period for plan & ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES115 indicates that there is an issue with the end date of a fixed period for a benefits plan in the SAP HR module, specifically in the Benefits Administration (HRBEN) component. The error message states that "End of time is not permissible as the end of a fixed period for plan &," which suggests that the system is encountering an invalid date configuration.
  Cause:
  
  End Date Configuration: The error typically arises when the end date for a benefits plan is set to a value that is not valid. In this case, "end of time" (often represented as a very distant future date or a placeholder) is being used, which is not acceptable for fixed-period plans.
  Plan Type: The benefits plan may be configured as a fixed period plan, which requires a specific end date rather than an indefinite or placeholder date.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake during data entry, where the end date was incorrectly set.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Plan Configuration: Review the configuration of the benefits plan in the SAP system. Ensure that the end date is set to a valid date that makes sense for the plan's duration.
  Update End Date: If the end date is set to "end of time," change it to a specific date that reflects the actual end of the benefits period.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or guidelines for configuring benefits plans to ensure compliance with system requirements.
  Testing: After making changes, test the configuration to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the benefits plan functions as intended.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as SPRO (for configuration) or PA30 (to maintain HR master data) to access the relevant settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance on benefits plan configuration.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to benefits plans in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a consultant who specializes in SAP HR modules for further assistance.