How To Fix HRPAD_DELIMIT_CTTYP002 - Contract type &1 is not yet valid on &2; choose a different one

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAD_DELIMIT_CTTYP - Validity of Contract Types

• Message number: 002

• Message text: Contract type &1 is not yet valid on &2; choose a different one

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAD_DELIMIT_CTTYP002 - Contract type &1 is not yet valid on &2; choose a different one ?

  The SAP error message HRPAD_DELIMIT_CTTYP002 indicates that the contract type specified (denoted as &1) is not valid on the specified date (denoted as &2). This typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or employee management when trying to assign a contract type to an employee that is not valid for the given date.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Contract Type: The contract type you are trying to use may not be defined for the employee's start date or the date you are trying to process.
  Date Configuration: The contract type may have specific validity periods, and the date you are using falls outside of this range.
  Master Data Issues: There may be inconsistencies or missing configurations in the employee's master data or in the contract type settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Period: Verify the validity period of the contract type in the configuration settings. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration in the SAP system (usually in the IMG under Personnel Administration).
  Change the Date: If possible, change the date to a valid one where the contract type is applicable.
  Select a Different Contract Type: If the contract type is indeed invalid for the specified date, consider selecting a different contract type that is valid for that date.
  Review Employee Master Data: Ensure that the employee's master data is correctly set up and that there are no missing or incorrect entries that could affect the contract type assignment.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to the SAP documentation or help files for more details on contract types and their configurations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) to access the relevant settings.
  Configuration Path: The configuration for contract types can typically be found under:
  
  SPRO > Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Define Contract Types.
  
  
  Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to view and modify contract types and employee data.
  
  If the issue persists after checking these areas, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in HR modules.