How To Fix 5N301 - Start date changed from &1 to &2, regenerate this infotype record

5N301 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 301

• Message text: Start date changed from &1 to &2, regenerate this infotype record

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5N301 - Start date changed from &1 to &2, regenerate this infotype record ?

  The SAP error message 5N301 indicates that there has been a change in the start date of an infotype record, which requires the regeneration of that record. This typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when changes are made to employee data or organizational structures.
  
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  An infotype record (such as personal data, organizational assignment, etc.) has a start date that has been modified.
  The system detects that the change in the start date affects the validity of the existing infotype record.
  The change may lead to inconsistencies in the data, prompting the system to require a regeneration of the infotype record to ensure data integrity.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can follow these steps:
  
  
  Identify the Infotype: Determine which infotype is causing the error. This can usually be found in the error message details.
  
  
  Check the Changes: Review the changes made to the employee or organizational data