How To Fix HRSFEC_DATEMAP001 - For one country grouping a specific date type can exist only once.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_DATEMAP - Replication of dates from Employee Cen to IT0041

• Message number: 001

• Message text: For one country grouping a specific date type can exist only once.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_DATEMAP001 - For one country grouping a specific date type can exist only once. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_DATEMAP001 indicates that there is a conflict in the date type mapping for a specific country grouping in the SAP system. This error typically arises when the same date type is defined multiple times for a particular country grouping, which is not allowed.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Duplicate Date Type Entries: The same date type has been assigned more than once for the same country grouping in the configuration settings.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be an error in the configuration of date types in the system, leading to multiple entries for the same date type.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, it may have resulted in duplicate entries.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Date Type Configuration:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for date types in the SAP system.
  Navigate to the relevant configuration path, typically found under SPRO (SAP Project Reference Object) > Personnel Management > Personnel Administration > Customizing Procedures > Date Type Mapping.
  Review the entries for the specific country grouping and date type in question.
  
  
  
  Identify Duplicates:
  
  Look for any duplicate entries for the same date type under the specified country grouping.
  If duplicates are found, determine which entry is correct and remove or deactivate the unnecessary ones.
  
  
  
  Adjust Date Type Assignments:
  
  If necessary, reassign the date types to ensure that each date type is unique for the country grouping.
  Make sure that the date types are correctly mapped to the relevant infotypes.
  
  
  
  Testing:
  
  After making changes, test the configuration by attempting to perform the action that previously triggered the error.
  Ensure that the error no longer appears and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  
  Documentation:
  
  Document any changes made to the configuration for future reference and to assist in troubleshooting similar issues.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Country Grouping: This refers to the classification of countries in the SAP system, which can affect how date types and other configurations are applied.
  Date Types: These are used in various HR processes to manage and track dates related to employee records, such as hire dates, termination dates, etc.
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store related data for personnel administration. Each infotype can have specific date types associated with it.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with an SAP HR consultant or refer to SAP support for further assistance.