How To Fix /PM0/ABP_TMF_MSG033 - &1 / Effective date &3: Positioning after date '&2' was stopped

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /PM0/ABP_TMF_MSG -

• Message number: 033

• Message text: &1 / Effective date &3: Positioning after date '&2' was stopped

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /PM0/ABP_TMF_MSG033 - &1 / Effective date &3: Positioning after date '&2' was stopped ?

  The SAP error message /PM0/ABP_TMF_MSG033 typically indicates an issue related to the effective date of a transaction or record in the system. The message suggests that an operation or positioning action was attempted after a specified date, which is not allowed according to the business rules or configuration in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Effective Date Constraint: The error occurs when a user tries to perform an action (like creating or modifying a record) that is not allowed because the effective date of the record is set to a date that is earlier than the current date or the date specified in the error message.
  Configuration Settings: There may be specific configuration settings in the SAP system that restrict actions based on effective dates, such as in the context of time management, personnel administration, or other modules.
  Data Integrity Rules: The system may have data integrity rules that prevent changes to records that are no longer valid or have passed their effective date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Effective Dates: Review the effective dates of the records you are trying to access or modify. Ensure that you are working within the valid date range.
  Adjust Dates: If necessary, adjust the effective date of the record to a valid date that allows the operation you are trying to perform.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access, check the configuration settings related to effective dates in the relevant module (e.g., HR, PM, etc.) to understand any restrictions that may be in place.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to perform the action you are attempting. Sometimes, restrictions can be tied to user roles and permissions.
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Help Portal for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error message or provide additional context.
  Documentation: Review the documentation for the specific SAP module you are working with to understand how effective dates are managed and any related business processes.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes that may help you navigate to the relevant data or configuration settings (e.g., PA30 for HR master data).
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and take appropriate action to resolve it.