How To Fix 3Q003 - This entry is not valid between begin date and end date of record

3Q003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 3Q - HR : Messages for Hong Kong

• Message number: 003

• Message text: This entry is not valid between begin date and end date of record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3Q003 - This entry is not valid between begin date and end date of record ?

  The SAP error message 3Q003 ("This entry is not valid between begin date and end date of record") typically occurs in the context of time management or personnel administration when there is an attempt to enter or modify data that falls outside the valid date range defined for a specific record.
  
  Cause:
  
  
  Date Range Issue: The entry you are trying to make (e.g., a new record, a change to an existing record) has a date that does not fall within the valid start and end dates of the existing record. For example, if you are trying to enter a new employment record for an employee but the date you are entering is before the start date of their current record, you will encounter this error.
  
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: Sometimes, the error can be caused by a simple mistake in data entry, such as entering the wrong date format or an incorrect date.
  
  
  Missing Records: