How To Fix 5D858 - Record start date is before date of birth

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5D - Error Messages for German Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 858

• Message text: Record start date is before date of birth

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5D858 - Record start date is before date of birth ?

  The SAP error message 5D858, which states "Record start date is before date of birth," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or employee records within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that there is a discrepancy between the start date of a record (such as an employment record) and the employee's date of birth. Specifically, the start date cannot be earlier than the date of birth.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The most common cause is that the start date for the employee's record has been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data upload.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been errors in the mapping of dates.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may lead to incorrect validations or data handling.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Dates: Check the employee's date of birth and the record start date in the SAP system. Ensure that the start date is not earlier than the date of birth.
  Correct the Record: If the start date is indeed incorrect, update it to a valid date that is on or after the date of birth.
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0000 for Actions or Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment) and make the necessary adjustments.
  
  
  Data Migration Review: If the error arose during a data migration process, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that dates are being handled correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on handling personnel records and date validations.
  Contact Support: If the issue persists or if you are unsure about making changes, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or a consultant for assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with relevant infotypes in SAP HCM, such as Infotype 0000 (Actions) and Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), as these are often where such data is maintained.
  Validation Rules: Understand the validation rules set up in your SAP system, as these can affect how dates are processed and validated.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to employee records in SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5D858 and ensure that employee records are accurate and compliant with SAP's data validation rules.