How To Fix 54816 - Settings for Concurrent Employment only possible for 'Other Actions'


54816 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: 54 - Messages for HR tables

  • Message number: 816

  • Message text: Settings for Concurrent Employment only possible for 'Other Actions'

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 54816 - Settings for Concurrent Employment only possible for 'Other Actions' ?
    The SAP error message 54816, which states "Settings for Concurrent Employment only possible for 'Other Actions'," typically occurs in the context of managing employee records in SAP SuccessFactors or SAP HCM (Human Capital Management). This error is related to the handling of concurrent employment scenarios, where an employee holds multiple positions or jobs within the same organization.
    
    Cause: The error arises when an attempt is made to perform an action that is not compatible with the concurrent employment settings. Specifically, it indicates that the action being attempted is not allowed for concurrent employment scenarios, except for those categorized as "Other Actions." This can happen if: The action being performed is not defined for concurrent employment in the system. The configuration settings for concurrent employment are not properly set up. The user is trying to execute a standard action (like hiring, termination, etc.) that is not permitted for concurrent employment.
    Solution: To resolve this error, consider the following

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