How To Fix HRPBSQA028 - &1 can't be extend, since not in &2 period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSQA -

• Message number: 028

• Message text: &1 can't be extend, since not in &2 period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSQA028 - &1 can't be extend, since not in &2 period ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSQA028 typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing within the SAP Human Resources (HR) module. This error indicates that a specific action (like extending a contract or a position) cannot be performed because the specified object (e.g., employee, position) is not valid for the given time period.
  Cause:
  The error message HRPBSQA028 is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to extend a contract or a position for an employee, but the extension period does not fall within the valid time frame of the employee's current contract or position.
  The employee's status or the validity of the position is not active during the period you are trying to extend.
  There may be configuration issues in the infotype records that define the validity periods for the employee or position.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods:
  
  Review the validity periods of the employee's current contract or position. Ensure that the period you are trying to extend falls within the valid range.
  You can do this by checking the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment, Infotype 0002 for Personal Data).
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the dates you are trying to use for the extension are incorrect, adjust them to ensure they fall within the valid period.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are an HR administrator, check the configuration settings for the relevant infotypes to ensure that they are set up correctly to allow for extensions.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific details on the infotypes and their configurations.
  
  
  
  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:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes that pertain to employee data and their validity periods.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that could resolve the issue.
  Transaction Codes: Use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit employee records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.