How To Fix 7F018 - Dates (&1 - &2) of IT 2001 are different to those in IT 601

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 7F -

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Dates (&1 - &2) of IT 2001 are different to those in IT 601

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 7F018 - Dates (&1 - &2) of IT 2001 are different to those in IT 601 ?

  The SAP error message 7F018 indicates a discrepancy between the dates in Infotype (IT) 2001 (Absences) and Infotype (IT) 601 (Leave Entitlement). This error typically arises when there are inconsistencies in the date ranges for the absence records and the leave entitlement records for an employee.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The start and end dates of the absence recorded in IT 2001 do not match the corresponding dates in IT 601.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been an error during data entry, leading to mismatched dates.
  Changes in Leave Entitlement: If leave entitlements were modified after absences were recorded, it could lead to this error.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the absence and leave entitlement types.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the dates in both IT 2001 and IT 601 for the employee in question. Ensure that the absence dates in IT 2001 fall within the entitlement dates in IT 601.
  Correct Data: If discrepancies are found, correct the dates in either IT 2001 or IT 601 as necessary. This may involve:
  
  Adjusting the absence record in IT 2001 to match the entitlement period.
  Modifying the leave entitlement in IT 601 to cover the absence period.
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the issue persists, review the configuration settings for absence and leave entitlement types to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HR module expert for specific guidelines on handling this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 2001: This infotype is used to record absence data for employees, including the type of absence, start and end dates, and duration.
  Infotype 601: This infotype is used to manage leave entitlements, including the type of leave, entitlement period, and the number of days available.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer appears and that the data is consistent across both infotypes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 7F018 and ensure that the absence and leave entitlement records are consistent.