How To Fix HRPAYFR_ANI135 - You cannot use an existing contract reference.

HRPAYFR_ANI135 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYFR_ANI - Class of messages for ANI

• Message number: 135

• Message text: You cannot use an existing contract reference.

What causes this issue?

For a rehiring or next-day-rehiring action, you are trying to use the
reference of a completed contract.

System Response

You cannot use the reference of a completed contract.

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Create a new instance of the <ZK>Contract Element</> (<ZH>0016</>)
infotype for the rehiring date with a new contract reference.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPAYFR_ANI135 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPAYFR_ANI135, which states "You cannot use an existing contract reference," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or contract management within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is an issue with the contract reference being used in the transaction or process you are attempting to execute.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Contract Reference: The contract reference you are trying to use may not be valid or may not exist in the system.
  Contract Status: The contract may be in a status that does not allow it to be referenced (e.g., it may be inactive or terminated).
  Data Inconsistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data related to the employee or contract that prevent the reference from being used.
  Authorization Issues: The user may not have the necessary authorizations to access or use the contract reference.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict the use of