How To Fix HW021 - Positions and Job are not consistent. Please change before saving.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HW - HR Web Interfaces

• Message number: 021

• Message text: Positions and Job are not consistent. Please change before saving.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HW021 - Positions and Job are not consistent. Please change before saving. ?

  The SAP error message HW021 ("Positions and Job are not consistent. Please change before saving.") typically occurs in the context of Human Capital Management (HCM) when there is a mismatch between the position and the job assigned to an employee or organizational unit. This inconsistency can arise due to various reasons, such as incorrect data entry, changes in job definitions, or updates in the organizational structure.
  Causes:
  
  Mismatch Between Job and Position: The job assigned to the employee does not match the characteristics or requirements of the position.
  Changes in Job Definitions: If the job definitions have been modified (e.g., job title, job description) and the position has not been updated accordingly.
  Organizational Structure Changes: Changes in the organizational structure that affect the relationship between positions and jobs.
  Data Entry Errors: Incorrect data entry during the creation or modification of employee records.
  
  Solutions:
  
  
  Review Job and Position Data:
  
  Check the job and position details in the system to ensure they are correctly defined and aligned.
  Use transaction codes like PPOME (for organizational management) to review the organizational structure and ensure that the job and position are correctly linked.
  
  
  
  Update Position or Job:
  
  If the job is incorrect for the position, update the job assignment to match the position.
  Conversely, if the position is incorrect, update the position to reflect the correct job.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Organizational Management:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct job or position, consult with your HR department or the team responsible for organizational management to clarify the correct assignments.
  
  
  
  Check for Customizations:
  
  If your organization has custom configurations in SAP, ensure that these are not causing the inconsistency. Custom fields or logic may need to be reviewed.
  
  
  
  Use SAP Notes:
  
  Check the SAP Support Portal for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on resolving it.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PPOME (Display Organizational Structure), and PPOSE (Change Organizational Structure).
  Documentation: Review SAP documentation related to Organizational Management and Personnel Administration for best practices in maintaining consistency between positions and jobs.
  Training: Consider training sessions for HR personnel on data management in SAP to minimize future occurrences of such errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HW021 error and ensure that the positions and jobs in your SAP system are consistent.