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3001409 - Termination error: CODE is an invalid external code for Position

Symptom

Termination error: CODE is an invalid external code for Position. You can validate the external code using the Foundation Object AdHoc report or Manage Organization, Pay and Job Structures page. For Generic Objects, refer to the Manage Data page. In case the value is correct, verify that it is active as of the start date.

Environment

SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central

Reproducing the Issue

  1. Go to: People Profile
  2. Actions > Terminate
  3. Save termination

Cause

The user's position is Inactive. Kindly note that you should not deactivate Positions that are currently being used by active employees.

Resolution

Activate user's position in Manage Positions prior to the termination.

See Also

2997223 - Foundation Object (FO) / Generic Object (GO) Invalid external code in EC portlets

Keywords

position, termination, active, inactive, separation , KBA , LOD-SF-EC-TER , Termination Details , LOD-SF-EC-POS , Position Management , Problem

Product

SAP SuccessFactors Employee Central all versions