How To Fix 3L813 - Contract start date not yet specified in infotype 0041

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 813

• Message text: Contract start date not yet specified in infotype 0041

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3L813 - Contract start date not yet specified in infotype 0041 ?

  The SAP error message 3L813 indicates that the contract start date has not been specified in Infotype 0041 (Date Specifications) for a specific employee. This infotype is used to manage various date-related information for employees, including contract start and end dates.
  Cause:
  The error typically occurs when:
  
  An attempt is made to process or display an employee's contract information without having a valid start date entered in Infotype 0041.
  The employee's data is incomplete, particularly regarding their employment contract details.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you need to ensure that the contract start date is correctly specified in Infotype 0041. Here are the steps to do this:
  
  
  Access the Infotype:
  
  Use transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee's personnel number and press Enter.
  
  
  
  Select Infotype 0041:
  
  In the infotype selection screen, enter 0041 for Date Specifications and click on the "Display" or "Change" button.
  
  
  
  Enter the Contract Start Date:
  
  If the infotype is not maintained, you will need to create a new record. If it exists but is incomplete, you can modify it.
  Ensure that the Start Date field is filled in with the appropriate date.
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After entering the necessary information, save your changes.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Action:
  
  After saving, try to reprocess the action that triggered the error message.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0041 is crucial for managing various date-related aspects of an employee's contract, including start and end dates, which are essential for payroll and other HR processes.
  Ensure that all relevant infotypes are maintained correctly to avoid similar errors in the future.
  If you are unsure about the correct dates to enter, consult with your HR department or refer to the employee's contract documentation.
  
  Additional Tips:
  
  Regularly audit employee records to ensure that all necessary infotypes are maintained accurately.
  If the issue persists after entering the start date, check for any other related infotypes that may also need to be updated or corrected.
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to make these changes, contact your HR administrator or SAP support team for assistance.