How To Fix HRPBSPT_PBPS601 - Employee not active in the current period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSPT_PBPS - Messages for Portugal Public Sector

• Message number: 601

• Message text: Employee not active in the current period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSPT_PBPS601 - Employee not active in the current period ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSPT_PBPS601, which states "Employee not active in the current period," typically occurs in the context of HR processes, particularly when trying to perform actions related to an employee's data (such as payroll processing, time management, or benefits administration) for a period in which the employee is not active.
  Cause:
  
  Employee Status: The employee may have a status that indicates they are not active (e.g., terminated, on leave, or inactive).
  Date Range: The action being performed may fall outside the employee's active period. For example, if the payroll period is set for a time when the employee was not employed or was on leave.
  Organizational Assignment: The employee may not be assigned to the correct organizational unit or position during the specified period.
  Master Data Issues: There may be missing or incorrect master data entries for the employee, such as employment dates or status.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employee Status: Verify the employee's status in the system. If the employee is inactive, determine if they should be reactivated or if the action should be performed for a different employee.
  Review Period Dates: Ensure that the action you are trying to perform is within the employee's active period. If necessary, adjust the dates or the payroll period.
  Organizational Assignment: Confirm that the employee is correctly assigned to the relevant organizational unit and that their position is active during the specified period.
  Update Master Data: If there are discrepancies in the employee's master data, correct them. This may involve updating employment dates, status, or other relevant information.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the employee's status or the necessary actions, consult with your HR department for guidance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to check or update employee data, such as PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view or modify employee data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation or your organization's HR policies for more detailed procedures related to employee status and payroll processing.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.