How To Fix HRTM00_JOB_FAMILY046 - Start date lies outside the validity period (&1)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTM00_JOB_FAMILY - HR Job Family: Job Family

• Message number: 046

• Message text: Start date lies outside the validity period (&1)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTM00_JOB_FAMILY046 - Start date lies outside the validity period (&1) ?

  The SAP error message HRTM00_JOB_FAMILY046 indicates that the start date you are trying to use for a job family or position lies outside the defined validity period for that job family or position. This typically occurs in the context of HR management when you are trying to assign a job family to a position or employee, and the date you are using does not fall within the allowed range.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Range: The start date you are entering is either before the defined start date or after the defined end date for the job family or position.
  Configuration Issues: The job family or position may not be properly configured in the system, leading to incorrect validity periods.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a simple mistake in the date entry, such as a typo or misunderstanding of the date format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Period: Verify the validity period of the job family or position in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration or master data records.
  Adjust Dates: If the start date you are trying to use is indeed outside the validity period, you will need to either:
  
  Change the start date to a date that falls within the validity period.
  Update the validity period of the job family or position to include the desired start date, if appropriate.
  
  
  Review Configuration: Ensure that the job family or position is correctly configured in the system. This may involve checking the settings in the relevant infotypes or customizing settings in the SAP HR module.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on managing job families and positions.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PPOME (for organizational management) or PA30 (for maintaining HR master data) to check and update the relevant records.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes (e.g., Infotype 1000 for Actions, Infotype 1001 for Relationships) that may be involved in the job family or position assignment.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to job families or positions in the SAP system.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP HR administrator or support team for further assistance.