How To Fix CM_EHFND_LOCATION062 - Position validity &1 - &2 does not overlap with the assignment period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_LOCATION -

• Message number: 062

• Message text: Position validity &1 - &2 does not overlap with the assignment period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION062 - Position validity &1 - &2 does not overlap with the assignment period ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_LOCATION062 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a position not overlapping with the assignment period of an employee. This typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Organizational Management (OM) modules when trying to assign an employee to a position that is not valid for the specified time frame.
  Cause:
  
  Position Validity Dates: The position you are trying to assign to has specific validity dates (start and end dates) that do not match the assignment period of the employee.
  Employee Assignment Dates: The employee's assignment period may be set to a different time frame than the position's validity.
  Data Entry Errors: There may be a mistake in the data entry for either the position or the employee's assignment dates.
  Organizational Changes: Changes in the organizational structure or position management may have led to discrepancies in validity periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Position Validity: Review the validity dates of the position you are trying to assign. Ensure that the dates are correct and that they overlap with the employee's assignment period.
  
  You can do this by navigating to the position in the SAP system and checking the validity dates.
  
  
  
  Check Employee Assignment Dates: Verify the assignment dates of the employee. Make sure that the employee's assignment period is set correctly and that it overlaps with the position's validity.
  
  This can be done in the employee's master data or assignment details.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If there is a mismatch, you may need to adjust either the position's validity dates or the employee's assignment dates to ensure they overlap.
  
  If the position is valid for a specific period, ensure that the employee's assignment falls within that range.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or OM Team: If you are unsure about making changes, consult with your HR or Organizational Management team to ensure that any adjustments are in line with company policies and procedures.
  
  
  Check for Organizational Changes: If there have been recent changes in the organizational structure, ensure that all related data has been updated accordingly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PPOME (Change Organizational Structure) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check and modify the relevant data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on managing positions and employee assignments.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP Notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully assign the employee to the desired position.