How To Fix 3E103 - Leave type & : Last anniversary date is earlier than hire date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3E - Vorgesehen für neue Länderentwicklungen HR

• Message number: 103

• Message text: Leave type & : Last anniversary date is earlier than hire date.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3E103 - Leave type & : Last anniversary date is earlier than hire date. ?

  The SAP error message 3E103 indicates that there is an issue with the leave type configuration for an employee. Specifically, it states that the "Last anniversary date" for a particular leave type is earlier than the employee's "hire date." This can occur in the context of managing employee leave entitlements, such as vacation or sick leave.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Configuration: The last anniversary date for the leave type may have been set incorrectly in the system.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake when entering the employee's hire date or the last anniversary date for the leave type.
  System Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been inconsistencies in the dates.
  Leave Type Settings: The leave type may not be configured properly in the system, leading to conflicts with the employee's hire date.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Employee Data:
  
  Verify the employee's hire date in the system to ensure it is correct.
  Check the last anniversary date for the leave type in question.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the last anniversary date is indeed set incorrectly, update it to a date that is on or after the hire date.
  If the hire date is incorrect, correct it in the employee's master data.
  
  
  
  Review Leave Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the leave type in SAP and ensure that all relevant dates are set correctly.
  Ensure that the leave type is configured to allow for the correct calculation of entitlements based on the employee's hire date.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing leave types and employee data.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the leave type functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and update employee data, or SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to employee data and leave type configurations.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in SAP HR modules.