How To Fix HRTMC_BASIS514 - Period &1 of group &2 with valid-to date &3 is longer than a year

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTMC_BASIS - Message Class for Talent Management Core (HCM_TMC)

• Message number: 514

• Message text: Period &1 of group &2 with valid-to date &3 is longer than a year

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTMC_BASIS514 - Period &1 of group &2 with valid-to date &3 is longer than a year ?

  The SAP error message HRTMC_BASIS514 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a specific time management group in the system. This error typically arises when the defined period for a specific group exceeds one year, which is not allowed in the configuration of the time management module.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when:
  
  A time management group (e.g., a group of employees or a specific time type) has a validity period that extends beyond one year.
  The "valid-to" date for the period in question is set incorrectly, leading to a duration that exceeds the allowed limit.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Validity Period:
  
  Go to the configuration settings for the time management group in SAP.
  Verify the "valid-to" date and ensure that it does not exceed one year from the "valid-from" date.
  
  
  
  Adjust the Dates:
  
  If the validity period is indeed longer than one year, you will need to adjust the dates to ensure compliance with the one-year limit.
  You may need to create a new period or split the existing period into two or more shorter periods that each do not exceed one year.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration Settings:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the time management groups to ensure that they are set up correctly.
  Ensure that any related settings or dependencies are also configured to avoid similar issues in the future.
  
  
  
  Test Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the time management functionality works as expected.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the configuration or the implications of changing the validity periods, consult the SAP documentation or reach out to your SAP support team for guidance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to access the relevant configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may provide additional insights or updates related to this error message.
  Support: If the issue persists after making adjustments, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRTMC_BASIS514 error and ensure that your time management configurations are compliant with SAP's requirements.