How To Fix /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT031 - Inconsistent key mapping for Ref Employment &1 : split n : 1 impossible

/SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT031 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT -

• Message number: 031

• Message text: Inconsistent key mapping for Ref Employment &1 : split n : 1 impossible

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/SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT031 - Details

• The SAP error message /SHCM/EMPLOYEE_INT031 indicates that there is an inconsistency in the key mapping for reference employment in the context of employee data management. This error typically arises when there is an attempt to split an employee's record, but the system finds that the key mapping is not consistent, making the split operation impossible.
  
  Cause:
  
  Inconsistent Data: The error often occurs when there are discrepancies in the employee's reference employment data. This could be due to missing or incorrect entries in the relevant tables.
  Key Mapping Issues: The key mapping between the reference employment and the employee's current employment status may not align correctly, leading to conflicts during data processing.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been recent changes in the employee's employment status, inconsistencies may arise.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Data Consistency: Review the employee's reference employment data for any inconsistencies. Ensure that all necessary fields are