How To Fix HRPAYHU397 - Job changed during infotype validity; please correct validity!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYHU - Message class for Hungarian HR

• Message number: 397

• Message text: Job changed during infotype validity; please correct validity!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYHU397 - Job changed during infotype validity; please correct validity! ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYHU397, which states "Job changed during infotype validity; please correct validity," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration in SAP HR (Human Resources) when there is a discrepancy between the job data and the validity period of the infotype records.
  Cause:
  This error usually arises when:
  
  Job Changes: The job (or position) of an employee has been changed in the system, but the infotype records (such as infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment or infotype 0007 for Planned Working Time) have validity periods that do not align with the new job data.
  Overlapping Validity Periods: The validity periods of the infotypes may overlap or conflict with the new job assignment.
  Incorrect Data Entry: There may be incorrect or incomplete data entry when updating the employee's job or infotype records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Infotype Validity:
  
  Go to the relevant infotype (e.g., PA30 for maintaining HR master data).
  Check the validity periods of the infotypes related to the employee's job and ensure they are correct and do not overlap with the new job assignment.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Periods:
  
  If the validity periods are incorrect, adjust them to ensure they align with the new job assignment. You may need to create new records or modify existing ones to correct the validity.
  
  
  
  Review Job Changes:
  
  Review the job change that was made. Ensure that the job change is correctly reflected in the system and that all related infotypes are updated accordingly.
  
  
  
  Use Transaction Codes:
  
  Use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA40 (Personnel Actions) to make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the changes, consult the SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies regarding job changes and infotype management.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from IT Support:
  
  If the issue persists or if you are unable to resolve it, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or IT department for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store specific types of information about employees, such as personal data, organizational assignments, and payroll data.
  Validity Period: Each infotype record has a validity period that defines the time frame during which the data is applicable. It is crucial to ensure that these periods do not conflict with each other.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYHU397 error and ensure that the employee's job and infotype records are consistent and valid.