How To Fix 3Q040 - has key date earlier than monitor date in infotype 19.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 040

• Message text: has key date earlier than monitor date in infotype 19.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 3Q040 - has key date earlier than monitor date in infotype 19. ?

  The SAP error message 3Q040 indicates that there is a discrepancy between the key date you are trying to use and the monitor date in Infotype 19 (which is typically related to the employee's qualification data). This error usually arises when the key date you are trying to access is earlier than the date that is currently set in the system for monitoring purposes.
  Cause:
  
  Key Date Issue: The key date you are trying to use for accessing or processing data in Infotype 19 is earlier than the monitor date. This can happen if you are trying to retrieve or update records that are not valid for the specified key date.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an error in data entry where the key date was incorrectly set.
  System Configuration: The system may have been configured in such a way that it restricts access to certain records based on the monitor date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Key Date: Verify the key date you are using. Ensure that it is not earlier than the monitor date set in the system.
  Adjust Monitor Date: If appropriate, you may need to adjust the monitor date in the system to allow access to the records for the earlier key date. This may require administrative privileges.
  Review Infotype Data: Check the data in Infotype 19 to ensure that the records are correctly maintained and that there are no inconsistencies.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on handling Infotype 19 and the associated key dates.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 19: This infotype is used to manage qualifications and certifications of employees. It is important for tracking employee skills and training.
  Key Date: The key date is a specific date used to determine the validity of the data being accessed or modified.
  Monitor Date: The monitor date is a reference date used by the system to control access to certain records based on their validity.
  
  By ensuring that the key date is appropriate and that the data in Infotype 19 is correctly maintained, you should be able to resolve the error message 3Q040.