How To Fix HRBEN00FMODULES083 - Start date of fixed period of & not consistent with previous record

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00FMODULES - Error Messages for Benefits - Function Modules

• Message number: 083

• Message text: Start date of fixed period of & not consistent with previous record

What causes this issue?

The fixed period of the selected stock purchase plan overlaps with a
previous infotype record for the same plan. Overlapping records of this
kind are only allowed if the begin date of the fixed period is the same
for both infotype records. Otherwise the system cannot distinguish
between the reference periods, and cannot deduct contributions
correctly in order to reach the target amounts specified in the
infotypes.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Make sure that the fixed period of the selected stock purchase plan
fulfills one of the following conditions:
The fixed period begins on the same date as the fixed period of the
previous infotype record.
The fixed period begins after the validity end date of the previous
infotype record.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES083 - Start date of fixed period of & not consistent with previous record ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00FMODULES083 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the start date of a fixed period for a specific benefit or module in the HR Benefits module. This typically occurs when the start date of a new record overlaps or does not align correctly with the end date of a previous record for the same employee.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Dates: The start date of the new benefit record is earlier than or overlaps with the end date of an existing record.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates for the benefit records.
  Missing End Date: The previous record may not have a defined end date, causing the system to see the new start date as inconsistent.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the benefits module that are causing the system to misinterpret the date ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Existing Records: Check the existing benefit records for the employee in question. Look for the end date of the previous record and ensure that the new record's start date is after this date.
  Adjust Dates: If the new record's start date is incorrect, adjust it to ensure it follows the end date of the previous record. If the previous record's end date is incorrect, update it accordingly.
  Data Consistency Check: Ensure that all benefit records for the employee are consistent and do not have overlapping periods.
  Consult Documentation: Review SAP documentation or configuration guides related to the HR Benefits module to ensure that the setup is correct.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee records.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes related to benefits (e.g., Infotype 0171 for Benefits).
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes or updates that may address known issues related to this error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to employee benefit records.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who specializes in HR modules.