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

HW021 - Overview

• 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