How To Fix HRSFEC_SERVICES009 - Overlapping validity period observed for infotype &1.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_SERVICES - Message Class for Replication Service

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Overlapping validity period observed for infotype &1.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES009 - Overlapping validity period observed for infotype &1. ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES009 indicates that there is an overlapping validity period for an infotype in the SAP system. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or modify a record in an infotype (such as personal data, employment data, etc.) that has a validity period that overlaps with an existing record.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Overlapping Dates: You are attempting to enter a new record with a validity period that overlaps with an existing record in the same infotype for the same employee.
  Incorrect Data Entry: The dates entered for the new record may not be correctly defined, leading to overlaps.
  Multiple Records: There may be multiple records for the same infotype that have overlapping validity periods.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Existing Records:
  
  Navigate to the infotype in question (e.g., PA30 for HR master data).
  Check the existing records for the employee to identify any overlapping validity periods.
  
  
  
  Adjust Validity Period:
  
  If you find overlapping records, you may need to adjust the validity period of the new record you are trying to create or modify.
  Ensure that the start and end dates do not overlap with existing records.
  
  
  
  Delete or Change Existing Records:
  
  If the existing records are no longer needed, consider deleting them or changing their validity periods to eliminate the overlap.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review the SAP documentation or help files related to the specific infotype to understand the rules regarding validity periods.
  
  
  
  Seek Help from HR or SAP Support:
  
  If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your HR department or reach out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP that store specific types of information about employees. Each infotype has a defined validity period.
  Transaction Codes: Common transaction codes related to infotypes include:
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA20: Display HR Master Data
  
  
  Data Consistency: Maintaining data consistency is crucial in HR modules, and overlapping validity periods can lead to data integrity issues.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRSFEC_SERVICES009 error and ensure that the validity periods for infotypes are correctly maintained.