How To Fix HRSFEC_ADR_MAPPING004 - Work address validity start date is empty.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_ADR_MAPPING - Message Class for Addreess Mapping Logic

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Work address validity start date is empty.

What causes this issue?

Work address validity start date is empty within imported address data.

System Response

System stops processing of this address with error.

How to fix this error?

Please check that a validity start date is filled for all imported work
addresses.

Procedure for System Administrators

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_ADR_MAPPING004 - Work address validity start date is empty. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_ADR_MAPPING004 indicates that the work address validity start date is empty. This error typically occurs in the context of employee data management, particularly when dealing with address information in the SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central module.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the absence of a validity start date for the work address of an employee. In SAP SuccessFactors, every address entry must have a defined validity period, which includes a start date. If this date is not provided, the system cannot process the address information correctly, leading to this error message.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Access Employee Data: Navigate to the employee record that is generating the error.
  
  
  Edit Work Address: Go to the section where the work address is defined. This is usually found under the employee's personal information or address details.
  
  
  Set Validity Start Date: Ensure that the "Validity Start Date" field for the work address is filled in. This date should reflect when the address becomes effective.
  
  
  Save Changes: After entering the required date, save the changes to the employee record.
  
  
  Reprocess: If applicable, reprocess any workflows or data imports that were previously failing due to this error.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Address Validity: In SAP SuccessFactors, addresses are often managed with validity periods to ensure that historical data is maintained accurately. Each address should have a start date and, optionally, an end date.
  
  
  Data Import: If you are importing employee data via a CSV or other data import methods, ensure that the validity start date is included in your data file for all work addresses.
  
  
  Validation Rules: Check if there are any validation rules or configurations in your SAP SuccessFactors instance that might enforce the requirement for a validity start date.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that the user making the changes has the necessary permissions to edit employee address information.
  
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP SuccessFactors administrator or support team for further assistance.