How To Fix PE685 - Assignments can only be made in intervals from &1 to &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PE - Shift Planning: Messages

• Message number: 685

• Message text: Assignments can only be made in intervals from &1 to &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PE685 - Assignments can only be made in intervals from &1 to &2 ?

  The SAP error message PE685 ("Assignments can only be made in intervals from &1 to &2") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when there is an attempt to assign a value (such as a position, cost center, or other organizational assignment) outside of the defined validity period.
  Cause:
  This error is triggered when:
  
  You are trying to assign an object (like a position or a cost center) to an employee, but the validity period of that object does not include the date you are trying to make the assignment.
  The assignment date falls outside the defined intervals for the object in question.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Validity Period:
  
  Verify the validity period of the object you are trying to assign. You can do this by checking the master data of the object (e.g., position, cost center) in the relevant transaction (like PPOME for positions).
  Ensure that the date you are trying to make the assignment falls within the defined start and end dates.
  
  
  
  Adjust Dates:
  
  If the assignment date is incorrect, adjust it to fall within the valid range.
  If the object’s validity period needs to be extended, you may need to update the master data for that object to include the desired date.
  
  
  
  Consult with HR or Admin:
  
  If you do not have the necessary permissions to change the validity periods, consult with your HR or system administrator to make the required adjustments.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If this error occurs frequently, it may be worth reviewing the configuration settings for the relevant infotypes or organizational units to ensure they are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PPOME (Organizational Management) to check and modify assignments.
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes (like 0001 for Organizational Assignment, 0002 for Personal Data) that may be involved in the assignment process.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation or your organization's SAP training materials for more detailed guidance on managing personnel assignments and understanding validity periods.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the PE685 error and successfully make the necessary assignments within the valid intervals.