How To Fix HRSFEC_SERVICES018 - Event date &1 must be covered validity period of parent node

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_SERVICES - Message Class for Replication Service

• Message number: 018

• Message text: Event date &1 must be covered validity period of parent node

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES018 - Event date &1 must be covered validity period of parent node ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES018 indicates that there is an issue with the event date specified in a transaction or process related to the SuccessFactors Employee Central module. Specifically, the error states that the event date must fall within the validity period of the parent node. This typically occurs when you are trying to create or update an employee record, and the event date you are using does not align with the defined validity period of the associated data (like employment status, job information, etc.).
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Event Date: The event date you are trying to use is outside the validity period of the parent node (e.g., employment record, job information).
  Data Configuration Issues: The parent node may not have been configured correctly, or the validity periods for the data elements are not set up properly.
  Missing Data: There may be missing or incomplete data in the parent node that is required for the event date to be valid.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Event Date: Ensure that the event date you are trying to use is within the validity period of the parent node. You can do this by reviewing the employee's record and checking the validity dates of the relevant data.
  Update Validity Period: If the event date is valid but the parent node's validity period is incorrect, you may need to update the validity period of the parent node to include the event date.
  Review Data Configuration: Check the configuration of the parent node in the system to ensure that it is set up correctly and that all necessary data is present.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP SuccessFactors documentation or support resources for guidance on how to manage validity periods and event dates.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SuccessFactors Employee Central: This module manages employee data and processes, including employment history, job information, and organizational assignments.
  Validity Periods: In SuccessFactors, validity periods define the time frame during which certain data is applicable. It is crucial for maintaining accurate employee records.
  Event Management: Understanding how events are processed in SuccessFactors can help in troubleshooting issues related to event dates and data validity.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.