How To Fix PFO1083 - Effective period (partially) initial (start &1, end &2)


PFO1083 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PFO1 - Messages for Portfolio Assignment

  • Message number: 083

  • Message text: Effective period (partially) initial (start &1, end &2)

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PFO1083 - Effective period (partially) initial (start &1, end &2) ?
    The SAP error message PFO1083, which states "Effective period (partially) initial (start &1, end &2)," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing when there is an issue with the effective dates of a particular infotype or record.
    
    Cause: This error usually arises due to one of the following reasons: Overlapping Effective Dates: The effective dates of the records being processed overlap with existing records in the system. For example, if you are trying to create or modify a record with a start date that falls within the range of an existing record, this error may occur. Initial Records: The error may indicate that the system is trying to process an initial record (a record that has not been fully defined or is incomplete) that has an effective period that is not valid. Missing Data: Required fields or data for the infotype may be missing, leading to an incomplete record that cannot

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