How To Fix 5N274 - Start date of &1 will become &2 and end date of &3 will become &4

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5N - HR NL: Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools (NL)

• Message number: 274

• Message text: Start date of &1 will become &2 and end date of &3 will become &4

What causes this issue?

The start date and/or end date that you have entered for infotype
<ZK>Eligibility for Permanent Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act</> (
<ZH>0764</>) is invalid. Start date &V1& will be overwritten with &V2&
and end date &V3& with &V4&.

System Response

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

How to fix this error?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N274 - Start date of &1 will become &2 and end date of &3 will become &4 ?

  The SAP error message 5N274 typically indicates a problem with date validity in a master data record, such as a material, vendor, or customer. The message suggests that the start and end dates of a certain record are conflicting or invalid based on the current system date or the dates being entered.
  Cause:
  
  Date Overlap: The start date of the new record overlaps with an existing record's end date.
  Invalid Date Range: The start date is later than the end date, or the dates do not fall within the allowed range.
  System Date Issues: The system date may not be set correctly, leading to confusion in date validation.
  Data Entry Errors: Mistakes in entering the start and end dates can lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Existing Records: Review the existing records for the same object (e.g., material, vendor) to ensure that the new dates do not overlap with existing date ranges.
  Adjust Dates: Modify the start and end dates to ensure they are valid and do not conflict with existing records. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  Verify System Date: Check the system date to ensure it is set correctly. If the system date is incorrect, it may need to be adjusted by a system administrator.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on date validity for the type of record you are working with.
  Testing: After making adjustments, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like MM01 (Create Material), XD01 (Create Customer), or MK01 (Create Vendor).
  Date Format: Ensure that the date format being used is consistent with the system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  User Authorizations: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the records in question.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP community forums for further assistance.