How To Fix HRSFEC_SERVICES108 - Employment &1 is marked as obsolete and is ignored for update

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRSFEC_SERVICES - Message Class for Replication Service

• Message number: 108

• Message text: Employment &1 is marked as obsolete and is ignored for update

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES108 - Employment &1 is marked as obsolete and is ignored for update ?

  The SAP error message HRSFEC_SERVICES108 indicates that the employment record for a specific employee (denoted by &1) is marked as obsolete and therefore cannot be updated. This typically occurs in the context of SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central or similar HR modules where employment records are managed.
  Cause:
  
  Obsolete Employment Record: The employment record for the employee has been marked as obsolete, which usually means that the record is no longer active or valid for updates. This can happen if the employee has been terminated, or if the record has been archived or flagged for some reason.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with data integrity, such as inconsistencies in the employee's employment status or history.
  Configuration Settings: Certain configuration settings in the system may prevent updates to obsolete records.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employment Status: Verify the employment status of the employee in question. If the employee is still active, you may need to investigate why the record is marked as obsolete.
  Reactivate or Correct the Record: If the record is incorrectly marked as obsolete, you may need to reactivate it or correct the status. This typically involves accessing the employee's record in the HR module and changing the status back to active.
  Consult with HR or System Administrator: If you are unsure about how to proceed, consult with your HR department or system administrator. They may have the necessary permissions and knowledge to resolve the issue.
  Review Configuration Settings: Check the configuration settings in the SAP system to ensure that they are set up correctly for handling employment records. This may involve reviewing the settings related to employment status changes and archiving.
  Audit Logs: Review audit logs or change logs to see if there were any recent changes made to the employee's record that could have led to it being marked as obsolete.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for Employee Central or the specific module you are using to understand how employment records are managed and the implications of marking records as obsolete.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to SAP support for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.