5G820 - The start date of the car is different to the archived entry.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5G - HR: Messages for Britain

• Message number: 820

• Message text: The start date of the car is different to the archived entry.

What causes this issue?

The start date of the car is different to the archived entry.

System Response

The report stops the processing.

How to fix this error?

Please maintain the data in the table T5G_P46ARV manually (via SE16) to
amend the inconstancy.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5G820 - The start date of the car is different to the archived entry. ?

  The SAP error message 5G820, which states "The start date of the car is different to the archived entry," typically occurs in the context of vehicle management or asset management within SAP. This error indicates a mismatch between the start date of a vehicle (or asset) and the corresponding archived entry in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Data Inconsistency: The start date of the vehicle in the current data does not match the start date recorded in the archived data. This can happen if there were changes made to the vehicle's data after it was archived.
  Incorrect Archiving Process: If the archiving process was not executed correctly, it may lead to discrepancies between the active and archived data.
  Manual Data Entry Errors: Errors during manual data entry or updates to the vehicle records can lead to mismatches.
  
  Solution:
  
  Verify Data: Check the start date of the vehicle in the active records and compare it with the archived records. Ensure that they match.
  Correct the Data: If discrepancies are found, update the active vehicle record to reflect the correct start date that matches the archived entry.
  Review Archiving Procedures: Ensure that the archiving process is being followed correctly. If necessary, re-archive the data to ensure consistency.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific instructions on handling this error in your version of SAP.
  Contact SAP Support: If the issue persists and cannot be resolved through the above steps, consider reaching out to SAP support for further assistance.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes that may help in managing vehicle data, such as OVF1 for archiving or OAC3 for managing archived data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message, as they may provide additional insights or patches that can resolve the issue.
  User Roles and Permissions: Ensure that the user has the necessary permissions to view and edit vehicle records, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.