How To Fix HRFPM_FTE773 - Activation date is outside the validity area

HRFPM_FTE773 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRFPM_FTE - New Position Management

• Message number: 773

• Message text: Activation date is outside the validity area

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HRFPM_FTE773 - Details

• The SAP error message HRFPM_FTE773: Activation date is outside the validity area typically occurs in the context of SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) or SAP SuccessFactors when dealing with employee data, particularly in relation to the management of employment relationships, positions, or organizational assignments.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that the activation date you are trying to use for a specific action (like hiring, changing positions, etc.) falls outside the defined validity period for the employee's data. The validity area is usually defined by the start and end dates of the employee's contract, position, or other relevant employment data.
  Common Scenarios Leading to This Error:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The date you are trying to activate is simply outside the range of valid dates for the employee's record.
  Data Inconsistencies: There may be inconsistencies in the employee's data, such as overlapping records or incorrect end dates.
  
  Configuration Issues: The validity periods for certain actions may not be configured