How To Fix HRSFEC_SERVICES017 - Validity period (&1 - &2) must be covered by val. period of parent node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_SERVICES - Message Class for Replication Service

• Message number: 017

• Message text: Validity period (&1 - &2) must be covered by val. period of parent node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES017 - Validity period (&1 - &2) must be covered by val. period of parent node ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES017 indicates that there is a mismatch between the validity period of a specific node (such as a service or a record) and the validity period of its parent node in the system. This typically occurs in the context of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central or similar modules where hierarchical data structures are used.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  The validity period defined for a child node (e.g., a specific employee record or service) does not fall within the validity period of its parent node (e.g., the employee's overall employment record).
  This can happen if the child node is created or modified with dates that are outside the range defined by the parent node.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Periods:
  
  Review the validity period of the parent node. This can usually be found in the employee's main record or the relevant parent service.
  Check the validity period of the child node that is causing the error.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the child node's validity period is incorrect, adjust it so that it falls within the range of the parent node's validity period.
  Ensure that the start date of the child node is not earlier than the start date of the parent node and that the end date of the child node is not later than the end date of the parent node.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency:
  
  Ensure that all related records are consistent and that there are no overlapping or conflicting validity periods across the hierarchy.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Data:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, reprocess the data to see if the error persists.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the validity periods or how to adjust them, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP administrator or support team.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might provide additional context or solutions for this specific error message.
  SuccessFactors Community: Engage with the SAP SuccessFactors community forums for insights from other users who may have encountered similar issues.
  Testing: After making changes, conduct thorough testing to ensure that the adjustments do not affect other related records or processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRSFEC_SERVICES017 error and ensure that the validity periods are correctly aligned within your SAP system.