How To Fix 3O026 - Change of begda and/or endda causes a gap in infotype history.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3O - HR: Messages for Taiwan

• Message number: 026

• Message text: Change of begda and/or endda causes a gap in infotype history.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3O026 - Change of begda and/or endda causes a gap in infotype history. ?

  The SAP error message 3O026 ("Change of BEGDA and/or ENDDA causes a gap in infotype history") typically occurs when you are trying to change the validity dates (BEGDA - Begin Date and ENDDA - End Date) of an infotype record in a way that creates a gap in the historical data. This means that there is a period of time where there is no valid record for that infotype, which is not allowed in SAP's data integrity rules.
  Cause:
  
  Date Overlap: You are trying to change the start or end date of an infotype record such that it overlaps with another record's dates, or creates a gap between two records.
  Missing Records: There may be a missing infotype record for the period between the new end date of one record and the new start date of another.
  Incorrect Sequence: The records may not be in the correct chronological order, leading to inconsistencies in the history.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing infotype records for the employee in question. Ensure that there are no gaps in the date ranges. You can do this by using transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If you find that changing the dates would create a gap, you may need to adjust the dates of the existing records to ensure continuity. This may involve:
  
  Extending the end date of the previous record.
  Adjusting the start date of the subsequent record.
  
  
  
  Create Missing Records: If there is indeed a gap, you may need to create a new infotype record for the period that is missing. This ensures that there is a valid record for every date range.
  
  
  Use Correct Transaction: Make sure you are using the correct transaction for making changes to infotype records. For example, use PA30 for maintaining HR data.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the changes, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's HR data management policies.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype: In SAP, an infotype is a data structure used to store specific types of information about an employee (e.g., personal data, organizational assignment, payroll data).
  Date Validity: Each infotype record has a validity period defined by the BEGDA and ENDDA fields. These dates determine when the record is active.
  Data Integrity: SAP enforces strict data integrity rules to ensure that historical data is consistent and complete.
  
  If you continue to face issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or a technical consultant who can provide further assistance.