How To Fix 5R201 - Invalid start date &1 - This FW type/subtype is valid from &2 and &3

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5R - HR-SG: Messages for HR Module SG, China, Hongkong and Taiwan

• Message number: 201

• Message text: Invalid start date &1 - This FW type/subtype is valid from &2 and &3

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R201 - Invalid start date &1 - This FW type/subtype is valid from &2 and &3 ?

  The SAP error message 5R201 indicates that there is an issue with the validity period of a specific financial transaction or document type. The message typically states that the start date you are trying to use is invalid because the financial type/subtype is only valid from a specified date range.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Start Date: The start date you are trying to enter is earlier than the valid date range for the financial type/subtype.
  Configuration Issues: The financial type/subtype may not be configured correctly in the system, or the validity dates may not have been set up properly.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the date, such as using the wrong format or entering an incorrect year.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates for the financial type/subtype in the configuration settings. You can do this by navigating to the relevant configuration area in SAP (usually under Financial Accounting or Controlling).
  Adjust Start Date: If the start date you are trying to use is indeed invalid, change it to a date that falls within the valid range specified in the error message.
  Update Configuration: If the financial type/subtype needs to be valid for a different date range, you may need to update the configuration settings to extend the validity period.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's internal guidelines for managing financial types and their validity periods.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like OBY6 (for defining financial statement versions) or OBD2 (for defining document types) to check or modify the settings.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or updates related to this error message.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration settings if required.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a functional consultant who specializes in financial modules.