How To Fix HRPSGB_HER253 - HESA Record Validation Check Contract.HEIJOINT.2 failed

HRPSGB_HER253 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_HER - HR PS GB Higher Education Messages (USS, HESA etc)

• Message number: 253

• Message text: HESA Record Validation Check Contract.HEIJOINT.2 failed

What causes this issue?

Contract.HEIJOINT (HEP joint contract) should not exist where
Contract.TERMS is not equal to 1 or 2.

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?

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

HRPSGB_HER253 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPSGB_HER253 indicates that there is a validation issue with the HESA (Higher Education Statistics Agency) record, specifically related to the "Contract.HEIJOINT.2" field. This error typically arises in the context of higher education institutions in the UK that are required to submit data to HESA for reporting purposes.
  
  Cause:
  The error can be caused by several factors, including:
  
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect or missing data in the relevant fields of the employee's record.
  
  Configuration Issues: The system may not be properly configured to handle the specific requirements for HESA reporting.
  Business Rules Violations: The data entered may not comply with the business rules set for HESA reporting, such as invalid combinations of contract types or statuses.
  Missing Required Fields: Certain fields that are mandatory for the HESA record may not have been filled out.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the HRPSGB_HER253 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Review the Employee Record: Check the employee's contract details in