How To Fix 3L139 - Personnel action infotype (0000) exists between & and &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3L - HR: Messages for Mexico

• Message number: 139

• Message text: Personnel action infotype (0000) exists between & and &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L139 - Personnel action infotype (0000) exists between & and & ?

  The SAP error message 3L139 indicates that there is a personnel action infotype (specifically infotype 0000, which is the Actions infotype) that already exists for the employee between the specified dates. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a personnel action for an employee, but there is already an existing action that overlaps with the date range you are trying to use.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Dates: The most common cause of this error is that the date range you are trying to use for the new personnel action overlaps with an existing action in infotype 0000.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be a mistake in the dates you are entering, leading to an overlap with existing records.
  Missing Termination: If an employee has not been properly terminated or if their action has not been completed, it can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Actions: Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the existing personnel actions for the employee. Look specifically at infotype 0000 to see what actions are currently active and their date ranges.
  Adjust Dates: If you find that the dates you are trying to enter overlap with an existing action, you will need to adjust your dates accordingly. Ensure that the new action does not conflict with existing records.
  Terminate Existing Actions: If the existing action is no longer valid, you may need to terminate it (if applicable) before you can create the new action. This can be done by creating a new action that ends the existing one.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about the actions or the implications of changing them, consult with your HR department or the person responsible for maintaining employee records.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0000 (Actions): This infotype is used to record all personnel actions for an employee, such as hiring, termination, and changes in employment status.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for creating actions) to manage personnel data effectively.
  Authorization: Ensure you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify personnel actions in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully manage personnel actions in SAP.