How To Fix HRPADFR_INFOTYPES006 - Overlap of the recording valid from &1 till &2 &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADFR_INFOTYPES - HR-FR: Infotype error messages

• Message number: 006

• Message text: Overlap of the recording valid from &1 till &2 &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADFR_INFOTYPES006 - Overlap of the recording valid from &1 till &2 &3 ?

  The SAP error message HRPADFR_INFOTYPES006 indicates that there is an overlap in the validity periods of infotypes in the HR module. This typically occurs when you are trying to enter or modify data in an infotype (such as personal data, organizational assignment, etc.) and the validity period you are trying to set overlaps with an existing record.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Validity Periods: You are attempting to create or change an infotype record that has a validity period that overlaps with an existing record for the same infotype.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The dates you entered for the new record may not be correctly set, leading to an overlap with existing records.
  Multiple Records: There may be multiple records for the same infotype that have overlapping validity periods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records:
  
  Use transaction code PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to check the existing records for the infotype in question.
  Look for any records that have validity periods overlapping with the dates you are trying to enter.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If you find overlapping records, you may need to adjust the validity periods of the existing records or the new record you are trying to create.
  Ensure that the new record's validity period does not overlap with any existing records.
  
  
  
  Delete or Archive Old Records:
  
  If the existing records are no longer needed, consider deleting or archiving them to eliminate the overlap.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or consult with your HR module administrator for specific guidelines on handling infotype records and their validity periods.
  
  
  
  Use Correct Date Format:
  
  Ensure that the dates you are entering are in the correct format and are logical (e.g., the start date should be before the end date).
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, payroll data, and organizational assignments.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes like PA20, PA30, and PA40 (for actions) to manage HR data effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address specific issues or provide additional guidance related to this error message.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADFR_INFOTYPES006 error and successfully manage the infotype records in SAP.