How To Fix CM_EHFND_REQ053 - End of transition period date must be after the effective date.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CM_EHFND_REQ - Messages for Compliance Requirement

• Message number: 053

• Message text: End of transition period date must be after the effective date.

What causes this issue?

The entered transition period end date, <ZK>&V2&, </>is before the
effective date, <ZK>&V1&<(>,<)></> of the compliance requirement
version.

System Response

The system does not allow you to use this transition period end date.

How to fix this error?

Enter a transition period end date that is after the effective date of
the compliance requirement version.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CM_EHFND_REQ053 - End of transition period date must be after the effective date. ?

  The SAP error message CM_EHFND_REQ053 indicates that there is an issue with the dates specified in a configuration or transaction related to the transition period in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "End of transition period date must be after the effective date." This typically occurs in scenarios involving employee data management, such as when managing changes in employee status, benefits, or other HR-related configurations.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following conditions:
  
  Date Configuration: The end date of the transition period is set to a date that is earlier than or the same as the effective date. This creates a logical inconsistency because the transition period should logically follow the effective date.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, leading to this conflict.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or the way the transition periods are defined may lead to this error if not set up correctly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the effective date and the end of the transition period date in the relevant transaction or configuration. Ensure that the end date is set to a date that is after the effective date.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the end date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that is after the effective date.
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the entries to ensure that the error no longer appears.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to use, consult the relevant SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies regarding effective and transition period dates.
  
  
  Testing: If changes are made in a development or test environment, ensure to test the changes thoroughly before moving them to production.
  
  
  Seek Help: If the issue persists or if you are unable to identify the cause, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert who can provide further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional context or solutions for this error.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with the transaction codes related to employee data management, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or others that may be relevant to your specific scenario.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the dates in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CM_EHFND_REQ053 error and ensure that your date configurations are correct.