How To Fix HRPAD_DELIMIT021 - Employee group is only valid until &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAD_DELIMIT - Validity of HR Objects

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Employee group is only valid until &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAD_DELIMIT021 - Employee group is only valid until &1 ?

  The SAP error message HRPAD_DELIMIT021 indicates that the employee group assigned to an employee is only valid until a specific date (denoted by &1). This typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when trying to process or update employee data that involves the employee group.
  Cause:
  
  Validity Period: The employee group has a defined validity period, and the current date exceeds the end date of that validity. This means that the employee group is no longer valid for the employee in question.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry, where an incorrect employee group was assigned to the employee.
  Organizational Changes: Changes in organizational structure or policies may have led to the deactivation of certain employee groups.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates of the employee group in the system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant infotype (usually Infotype 0001 - Organizational Assignment) and checking the validity period of the employee group.
  Update Employee Group: If the employee group is indeed no longer valid, you may need to assign a new employee group that is valid for the current date. This can be done by updating the employee's record in the appropriate infotype.
  Consult with HR: If you are unsure about which employee group to assign or if there are specific policies regarding employee groups, consult with your HR department or system administrator for guidance.
  Check Configuration: If you have access to configuration settings, ensure that the employee group settings are correctly defined in the system. This may involve checking the configuration in the SAP IMG (Implementation Guide) under Personnel Administration.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: The employee group is typically maintained in Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) or Infotype 0000 (Actions).
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee records.
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to employee data in the SAP system.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more detailed information on managing employee groups and their validity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAD_DELIMIT021 error and ensure that the employee's data is correctly maintained in the system.