How To Fix HRTMC_TM_ASSESSMENT038 - Period group &1 is not valid within the period of this assignment

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTMC_TM_ASSESSMENT -

• Message number: 038

• Message text: Period group &1 is not valid within the period of this assignment

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTMC_TM_ASSESSMENT038 - Period group &1 is not valid within the period of this assignment ?

  The SAP error message HRTMC_TM_ASSESSMENT038 indicates that there is an issue with the period group specified in the context of a particular assignment. This error typically arises in the Talent Management module when the system is unable to validate the period group against the defined periods for the employee's assignment.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Period Group: The period group specified in the assessment or evaluation does not match any of the valid period groups defined in the system for the employee's assignment.
  Assignment Period: The assignment period for the employee may not align with the period group being referenced. For example, if the employee's assignment is active only for a specific timeframe, and the period group is set for a different timeframe, this error will occur.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration issues in the Talent Management settings, where the period groups are not properly defined or linked to the relevant employee assignments.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Group Configuration:
  
  Navigate to the configuration settings for period groups in the Talent Management module.
  Ensure that the period group you are trying to use is correctly defined and active.
  
  
  
  Verify Employee Assignment:
  
  Check the employee's assignment details to confirm the active period and ensure it aligns with the period group.
  If the assignment has changed, update the period group accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Assessment Settings:
  
  If you are creating or modifying an assessment, ensure that the correct period group is selected that corresponds to the employee's assignment period.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Review SAP documentation or help resources related to Talent Management and period groups for any additional insights or specific configuration steps.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or SPRO (SAP Reference IMG) to check and modify employee assignments and configuration settings.
  SAP Notes: Look for relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide patches or updates that could resolve the issue.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to access and modify the relevant settings in the Talent Management module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the root cause of the error and implement the necessary changes to resolve it.