How To Fix DFS_POSITION_COMMON101 - Org structure valid from must not be earlier than position valid from.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DFS_POSITION_COMMON - Message Class for Defense Position Common

• Message number: 101

• Message text: Org structure valid from must not be earlier than position valid from.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON101 - Org structure valid from must not be earlier than position valid from. ?

  The SAP error message DFS_POSITION_COMMON101 indicates that there is a mismatch between the validity dates of an organizational structure and a position in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "Org structure valid from" date must not be earlier than the "position valid from" date. This typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) or Organizational Management (OM) modules.
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The validity date of the organizational unit (or structure) is set to a date that is earlier than the validity date of the position associated with it. This can happen if the organizational structure was created or modified after the position was created.
  Data Entry Error: During the creation or modification of either the organizational unit or the position, incorrect dates may have been entered.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the organizational structure and positions are configured in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Validity Dates:
  
  Go to the transaction code PPOME (or PPOC for change mode) to view the organizational structure.
  Check the validity dates of the organizational unit and the position. Ensure that the "valid from" date of the organizational unit is not earlier than that of the position.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If you find that the dates are incorrect, you can adjust the validity dates accordingly. Change the "valid from" date of the organizational unit to a date that is equal to or later than the "valid from" date of the position.
  
  
  
  Review Related Objects:
  
  If there are multiple positions or organizational units involved, ensure that all related objects have consistent validity dates.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct dates or the implications of changing them, consult your organization's documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making the necessary changes, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the organizational structure and position are functioning as expected.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PPOME (Change Organizational Structure), PPOC (Change Position), and PPOSE (Display Position).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to organizational structures and positions in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the DFS_POSITION_COMMON101 error and ensure that your organizational structure and positions are correctly aligned in terms of their validity dates.