How To Fix HR001PL051 - The entry validity start date & cannot be greater than the end date &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR001PL - HR: Messages for Poland

• Message number: 051

• Message text: The entry validity start date & cannot be greater than the end date &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HR001PL051 - The entry validity start date & cannot be greater than the end date & ?

  The SAP error message HR001PL051 indicates that there is an issue with the validity dates entered in the system. Specifically, it means that the start date you have entered is greater than the end date, which is not allowed in the system. This error typically occurs in Human Resources (HR) modules when managing employee data, such as infotypes related to personal data, employment, or payroll.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered a start date that is later than the end date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being imported or migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of the infotype or the date validation rules may be incorrectly set up.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the validity start and end dates you have entered. Ensure that the start date is earlier than or equal to the end date.
  Correct the Entry: If you find that the start date is indeed greater than the end date, correct it by entering the appropriate dates.
  Validation: After correcting the dates, validate the entry again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to enter, consult the relevant HR documentation or guidelines within your organization.
  Data Migration Review: If this error arises during data migration, review the source data for inconsistencies and correct them before importing into SAP.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: This error is often related to specific infotypes in SAP HR, such as infotype 0000 (Actions), infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment), or infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date formats are consistent with the system settings (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or updates that may address known issues related to date validations in your version of SAP.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data are trained on the importance of date validity and the implications of incorrect entries.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HR001PL051 error and ensure that your date entries are valid within the SAP system.