How To Fix 5N292 - You may not fill in a date that is earlier than &1

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 292

• Message text: You may not fill in a date that is earlier than &1

What causes this issue?

The date that you have filled in is before the first day of sickness of
this Eligibility for Permanent Invalidity Benefit (Restrictions) Act
infotype.

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?

Fill in a date that is after &v1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N292 - You may not fill in a date that is earlier than &1 ?

  The SAP error message 5N292, which states "You may not fill in a date that is earlier than &1," typically occurs when a user attempts to enter a date in a field that is earlier than a predefined date set by the system. This often relates to business rules or configurations that prevent the entry of dates that are not valid according to the system's logic.
  Cause:
  
  Date Validation Rules: The system has validation rules that restrict the entry of dates to ensure data integrity. For example, you may be trying to enter a date that is earlier than the start date of a project, contract, or fiscal year.
  Configuration Settings: The error may arise from specific configuration settings in the SAP system that define valid date ranges for certain transactions or documents.
  Document Status: The document or transaction you are working with may have a status that restricts changes to dates, especially if it is already processed or finalized.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is not earlier than the date specified in the error message (represented by &1).
  Review Configuration: If you have access, review the configuration settings related to the transaction or document type you are working with. This may involve checking the relevant customizing settings in SPRO.
  Consult Documentation: Look for any documentation or guidelines related to the specific transaction you are using. There may be business rules that dictate valid date ranges.
  Contact Support: If you believe the date you are trying to enter should be valid, or if you need to change the configuration, contact your SAP support team or system administrator for assistance.
  Use a Valid Date: If the date you are trying to enter is indeed invalid, select a valid date that complies with the system's requirements.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context of the error, you may be working in various transaction codes (e.g., creating a purchase order, sales order, or project).
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to the document or transaction you are working on.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message. SAP frequently releases notes that address specific error messages and provide solutions or workarounds.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5N292 and proceed with your transaction in SAP.