How To Fix HRBEN00INFOTYPES027 - Record for spouse overlaps with record for domestic partner

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRBEN00INFOTYPES - Error Messages for Benefits - Infotypes

• Message number: 027

• Message text: Record for spouse overlaps with record for domestic partner

What causes this issue?

For this employee, Infotype 0021 records for a spouse and a domestic
partner overlap during a certain time period. Usually, the existence of
a spouse and a domestic partner for the same employee during the same
time period would be presumed to be illegal.

System Response

The system issues an error and prevents you from creating or changing
records.

How to fix this error?

Check whether the spouse or domestic partner records are correct, and
ensure that you do not have these records overlapped.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRBEN00INFOTYPES027 - Record for spouse overlaps with record for domestic partner ?

  The SAP error message HRBEN00INFOTYPES027 indicates that there is a conflict in the employee's benefits records, specifically regarding the relationship status of a spouse and a domestic partner. This error typically arises when both a spouse and a domestic partner are recorded in the system for the same employee, which is not allowed due to the overlapping nature of these relationships.
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The employee may have been incorrectly entered into the system with both a spouse and a domestic partner.
  System Configuration: The system may not be configured to handle both relationships simultaneously, leading to conflicts.
  Policy Restrictions: Company policies may dictate that an employee can only have one primary relationship for benefits purposes.
  
  Solution:
  
  Review Employee Records: Check the employee's records in the SAP system to identify the entries for both the spouse and the domestic partner.
  Determine Valid Relationship: Decide which relationship should be maintained based on company policy and the employee's current situation.
  Delete or Update Records:
  
  If the spouse is to be kept, remove the domestic partner record.
  If the domestic partner is to be kept, remove the spouse record.
  
  
  Re-enter Information: After making the necessary deletions, ensure that the correct relationship is entered accurately in the system.
  Consult HR Policies: Ensure that any changes made are in compliance with the organization's HR policies regarding benefits and relationships.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0021 (Family/Related Person): This infotype is used to maintain information about family members, including spouses and domestic partners. Review this infotype for any discrepancies.
  Infotype 0006 (Addresses): Ensure that the addresses for both the spouse and domestic partner are correctly entered and do not overlap.
  SAP Notes and Documentation: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional guidance or updates related to this error message.
  User Authorization: Ensure that the user making these changes has the appropriate authorization to modify employee records in the SAP system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the employee's benefits records are accurate and compliant with company policies.