How To Fix HRITFJP_0147003 - Evaluation date must be after previous evaluation date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFJP_0147 - Message class for Infotype 0147

• Message number: 003

• Message text: Evaluation date must be after previous evaluation date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFJP_0147003 - Evaluation date must be after previous evaluation date ?

  The SAP error message HRITFJP_0147003 indicates that there is an issue with the evaluation dates in the context of HR (Human Resources) processes, specifically related to the evaluation of employee data. The error message states that the evaluation date you are trying to enter must be after a previously entered evaluation date.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in scenarios where:
  
  You are trying to enter a new evaluation (e.g., performance evaluation, salary review) for an employee, but the evaluation date you are using is earlier than or the same as a previously recorded evaluation date.
  The system enforces a chronological order for evaluations to maintain data integrity and ensure that evaluations are processed in a logical sequence.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Previous Evaluations: Review the existing evaluations for the employee in question. Identify the most recent evaluation date that has already been recorded.
  
  
  Update Evaluation Date: Ensure that the new evaluation date you are trying to enter is later than the most recent evaluation date. Adjust the date accordingly.
  
  
  Data Entry: If you are entering data through a form or transaction, make sure to input the correct evaluation date that adheres to the chronological requirement.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the evaluation dates or the process, refer to your organization's HR documentation or SAP help resources for guidance on how to manage evaluations.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists and you believe it should not be happening, consult with your SAP HR module administrator or technical support team to check if there are any configuration settings that might be affecting the evaluation date logic.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you might be using specific transaction codes for performance evaluations, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or others related to HR evaluations.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. Sometimes, there may be updates or fixes provided by SAP that address specific problems.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to enter or modify evaluation data in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully enter the evaluation data.