How To Fix HRPBSDEVAVG206 - Identical process scenario with another end date (&1) already available.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSDEVAVG - HR-VADM: Public Sector Pensions Act

• Message number: 206

• Message text: Identical process scenario with another end date (&1) already available.

What causes this issue?

There is already a process scenario with exactly the same key (process
scenario type [subtype], process scenario [object ID], lock indicator,
start date), but with a different end date. For technical reasons, if a
key must also have the same end date if everything else is the same. In
this case, a different end date can not be used.

System Response

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?

Use &V1& as the end date (Valid to) and save the data record with this
value.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG206 - Identical process scenario with another end date (&1) already available. ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSDEVAVG206 indicates that there is an attempt to create or modify a process scenario in the SAP system that has the same characteristics (e.g., the same employee, process type, etc.) as an existing scenario, but with a different end date. This typically occurs in the context of HR processes, such as payroll or personnel administration, where overlapping scenarios are not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to create a new process scenario (like a payroll run) for an employee that overlaps with an existing scenario that has a different end date.
  The system detects that there is already a process scenario for the same employee and process type that has not yet been completed or finalized.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Scenarios: 
  
  Review the existing process scenarios for the employee in question. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., PA30 for personnel administration) and checking the infotype or process type in question.
  
  
  
  Modify or Delete Existing Scenario:
  
  If the existing scenario is no longer needed, you may consider deleting it or changing its end date to allow for the new scenario to be created.
  If the existing scenario is still valid, you may need to wait until it is completed or finalized before creating a new one.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  Ensure that the end date of the new process scenario does not overlap with any existing scenarios. Adjust the dates accordingly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's HR process guidelines to understand the rules regarding process scenarios and their dates.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HR expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), and others that may be involved in managing HR processes.
  Infotypes: Understand the infotypes related to payroll and personnel administration, as they may provide insights into existing scenarios.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address the issue.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.