How To Fix HREFIGB058 - Effective date &1 is before emplyee hiring date. New eff.date = hire date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HREFIGB - Messages for Electronic-Filing

• Message number: 058

• Message text: Effective date &1 is before emplyee hiring date. New eff.date = hire date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HREFIGB058 - Effective date &1 is before emplyee hiring date. New eff.date = hire date ?

  The SAP error message HREFIGB058 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the effective date of a change (such as a personnel action) and the employee's hiring date. Specifically, the effective date you are trying to enter is earlier than the employee's hiring date, which is not allowed in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Effective Date Issue: The effective date you are trying to set for a personnel action (like a salary change, position change, etc.) is before the employee's actual hiring date.
  Data Entry Error: This could be due to a simple data entry mistake where the wrong date was input.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system may be configured to prevent changes that would retroactively affect an employee's record before their hiring date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Adjust the Effective Date: Change the effective date to be the same as or later than the employee's hiring date. This is the most straightforward solution.
  Review Employee Records: Check the employee's hiring date in the system to ensure it is correct. If the hiring date is incorrect, you may need to correct it first.
  Consult with HR or SAP Support: If you believe the effective date should be allowed, consult with your HR department or SAP support team to understand if there are any specific configurations or policies in place that might be causing this restriction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may be using transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) when encountering this error.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on personnel actions and effective dates.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to employee records, as some roles may have restrictions.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with the necessary changes in the SAP system.