How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT013 - Validity period of employment is inconsistent

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT -

• Message number: 013

• Message text: Validity period of employment is inconsistent

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT013 - Validity period of employment is inconsistent ?

  The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT013 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the validity period of employment for an employee in the system. This typically occurs in the context of employee data management, particularly when dealing with employment records, such as hiring, terminations, or changes in employment status.
  Cause:
  
  Overlapping Employment Records: The employee may have multiple employment records that overlap in their validity periods.
  Incorrect Dates: The start and end dates of the employment records may not be set correctly, leading to inconsistencies.
  Missing Records: There may be missing records that should define the employment period.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the employment records.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings in the SAP system may not align with the business rules for employment periods.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Employment Records: Review the employee's employment records in the system to identify any overlapping or incorrectly defined periods.
  Correct Dates: Ensure that the start and end dates of the employment records are correctly set and do not overlap.
  Add Missing Records: If there are gaps in the employment history, add the necessary records to ensure continuity.
  Data Validation: Run data validation checks to identify any inconsistencies in the employee data.
  Consult Configuration: Review the configuration settings related to employment periods in the SAP system to ensure they are set up correctly.
  Use Transaction Codes: Utilize relevant transaction codes (like PA30 for maintaining HR master data) to make necessary corrections.
  Seek Help from IT Support: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP support team or IT department for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and others that may help in reviewing and correcting employee records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for detailed guidance on managing employee records and understanding validity periods.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to view and edit employee records in the SAP system.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error message no longer appears and that the employee records are consistent.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT013 and ensure that the employment records are consistent in the SAP system.