How To Fix HRPSGB_ME203 - Entry date of primary contract can not be determined

HRPSGB_ME203 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPSGB_ME - Multiple Employment Errors & Warnings

• Message number: 203

• Message text: Entry date of primary contract can not be determined

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HRPSGB_ME203 - Details

• The SAP error message HRPSGB_ME203, which states "Entry date of primary contract cannot be determined," typically occurs in the context of Human Resources (HR) and Payroll processes. This error indicates that the system is unable to find a valid entry date for the primary contract of an employee, which is necessary for processing payroll or other HR-related functions.
  Causes:
  
  Missing or Incorrect Data: The primary contract for the employee may not be set up correctly, or there may be missing data in the employee's master data (infotypes).
  Incorrect Validity Dates: The validity dates of the employee's contract may not align with the current date or the date of the transaction being processed.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the HR module, particularly related to contract types or employee groupings.
  Data Inconsistencies: There could be inconsistencies in the employee's records, such as overlapping contracts or incorrect status indicators.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Check Employee Master Data: Review