How To Fix WFD_WP1_MSG013 - The dates for the Job Details entity shouldn't overlap.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: WFD_WP1_MSG - Message Class for Worker Integration WP1

• Message number: 013

• Message text: The dates for the Job Details entity shouldn't overlap.

What causes this issue?

The dates for the Job Details entity overlap.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Go to the source system or monitoring tool. Change the dates so there?s
no overlap in the Job Details entity.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message WFD_WP1_MSG013 - The dates for the Job Details entity shouldn't overlap. ?

  Certainly! Here's a detailed explanation for the SAP error message:
  
  SAP Error Message:
  WFD_WP1_MSG013
  
  Text: The dates for the Job Details entity shouldn't overlap.
  
  Cause:
  This error occurs when you try to enter or maintain job details (such as employment periods, job assignments, or positions) in SAP HR (Human Resources) or SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central, and the date ranges for these job details overlap with each other.
  In other words, the system expects that each job detail record has a unique, non-overlapping date range. Overlapping date ranges for the same employee's job details are not allowed because they create ambiguity about the employee's job status during the overlapping period.
  
  Where it typically occurs:
  
  In SAP ERP HCM (Human Capital Management) when maintaining infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) or other job-related infotypes.
  In SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central when maintaining job information or employment details.
  During data upload or integration processes where job details are updated.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check the Date Ranges:
  
  Review the job details records for the employee and identify overlapping date ranges.
  
  
  Adjust the Dates:
  
  Modify the start and end dates of the job details so that they do not overlap. Each job detail record should have a clear, distinct period.
  
  
  Use Correct Sequence:
  
  Ensure that the job details are entered in chronological order without gaps or overlaps.
  
  
  Data Validation:
  
  If the data is coming from an external source or integration, validate the data before upload to avoid overlapping periods.
  
  
  System Tools:
  
  Use SAP standard reports or transaction codes (e.g., PA20/PA30 for infotype maintenance) to review and correct the data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment): This infotype stores job-related data and is often the source of this error.
  Infotype 1000 (Objects): Sometimes related if job assignments are linked to organizational objects.
  Transaction Codes:  
  
  PA30: Maintain HR master data  
  PA20: Display HR master data  
  PPOME: Maintain organizational plan (to check organizational assignments)  
  
  
  Integration Scenarios: When integrating data from external systems (e.g., SuccessFactors to SAP ERP), ensure date ranges are consistent and non-overlapping.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to WFD_WP1_MSG013 for specific patches or updates.
  
  
  Summary:
  The error WFD_WP1_MSG013 is triggered by overlapping date ranges in job details for an employee. To resolve it, ensure that all job detail records have distinct, non-overlapping date ranges by adjusting the start and end dates accordingly.
  
  If you need help with a specific scenario or transaction, please provide more details!