How To Fix 5U625 - Start date is missing for &/&

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 5U - HR US: Messages

• Message number: 625

• Message text: Start date is missing for &/&

What causes this issue?

The system was unable to find the employee's starting date for length
of service group calculation.

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?

Check that the following infotypes exist:
<ZH>Organizational Assignment</> (0001)
<ZH>Actions</> (0000)
<ZH>Date Specifications</> (0041) - override only

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 5U625 - Start date is missing for &/& ?

  The SAP error message 5U625 indicates that a start date is missing for a specific object or transaction. This error typically occurs in the context of project management, production planning, or similar modules where date information is crucial for scheduling and resource allocation.
  Cause:
  The error is usually caused by one of the following reasons:
  
  Missing Start Date: The start date for a task, project, or activity has not been entered in the system.
  Incorrect Configuration: The configuration settings for the relevant module may not be set up correctly, leading to missing mandatory fields.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been an oversight during data entry, where the start date was not filled in.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Object: Identify the specific object or transaction that is causing the error. This could be a project, task, or production order.
  
  
  Enter the Start Date:
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or object in SAP.
  Look for the field labeled "Start Date" or similar.
  Enter the appropriate start date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, check the configuration settings for the module you are working in. Ensure that all mandatory fields are correctly defined and that the system is set up to require start dates where necessary.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for the specific module you are using to understand the requirements for start dates.
  
  
  User Training: If this error is common among users, consider providing training or guidelines on the importance of entering start dates and how to do so correctly.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on the context, you may be using transaction codes like CJ20N (Project Builder), CO01 (Create Production Order), or others related to project management or production planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to enter or modify the start date for the object in question.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error message 5U625 and ensure that the necessary date information is correctly entered into the system.