How To Fix 5R231 - The plan &1 was legally introduced after &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 231

• Message text: The plan &1 was legally introduced after &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5R231 - The plan &1 was legally introduced after &2 ?

  The SAP error message 5R231 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the planning data related to the legal introduction of a plan. Specifically, it suggests that a plan (identified as &1) was legally introduced after another plan (identified as &2), which is not allowed according to the system's rules or configuration.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The dates or sequences of legal introductions for the plans may have been entered incorrectly.
  Configuration Issues: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce certain rules regarding the introduction of plans.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may have been inconsistencies or errors in the data transfer.
  Business Process Violations: The business process may dictate that certain plans cannot be introduced after others, and the current data violates this rule.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the dates associated with the legal introduction of both plans. Ensure that the introduction of plan &1 is not after plan &2.
  Correct Data: If there is an error in the dates, correct the data in the system. This may involve changing the legal introduction date of plan &1 or &2.
  Consult Configuration: If the issue persists, consult with your SAP configuration team to understand the rules set up in the system regarding plan introductions.
  Review Business Processes: Ensure that the business processes are being followed correctly and that the data entered aligns with those processes.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or quality assurance environment before applying them to production.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use specific transaction codes to view or edit the planning data, such as transaction codes related to the specific module (e.g., SAP PP for Production Planning).
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for more details on the specific error message and its implications.
  Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP support team for assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the error and implement a solution to resolve it.