How To Fix PLA603 - Employee is inactive at Termination date ( &1 )

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLA - Message class for Payroll LAtinamerica

• Message number: 603

• Message text: Employee is inactive at Termination date ( &1 )

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLA603 - Employee is inactive at Termination date ( &1 ) ?

  The SAP error message PLA603, which states "Employee is inactive at Termination date (&1)," typically occurs when you attempt to process a termination for an employee who is not active in the system on the specified termination date. This can happen for various reasons, such as the employee being on leave, having already been terminated, or not being properly activated in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Employee Status: The employee's status is set to inactive (e.g., terminated, on leave, etc.) on the specified termination date.
  Incorrect Termination Date: The termination date may be set to a date before the employee was activated in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the employee's record or the termination date entered.
  
  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 Termination Date: Ensure that the termination date is correct and that it falls within the period when the employee was active.
  Reactivate Employee: If the employee is inactive but should be active, you may need to reactivate their status before processing the termination.
  Correct Data Entry: If there was an error in entering the termination date or employee status, correct it in the system.
  Consult HR Module: If you are unsure about the employee's status or how to proceed, consult with your HR department or SAP HR module expert for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for personnel actions).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation or user manuals for guidance on handling employee statuses and terminations.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to view and modify employee records in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PLA603 error and successfully process the employee's termination.