How To Fix HR_SE_PA004 - Start Date is Greater than End Date!

HR_SE_PA004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HR_SE_PA - Message Class for PA

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Start Date is Greater than End Date!

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HR_SE_PA004 - Details

• The SAP error message "HR_SE_PA004 Start Date is Greater than End Date" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when the system detects that the start date of a certain action (like an employment period, leave request, or other time-related entries) is later than the end date. This inconsistency prevents the system from processing the action correctly.
  
  Cause:
  
  Data Entry Error: The most common cause is a simple data entry mistake where the user has inadvertently entered a start date that is later than the end date.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of the system or the specific module may lead to this error if the date logic is not set up correctly.
  Date Format Issues: Sometimes, issues with date formats (e.g., MM/DD/YYYY vs. DD/MM/YYYY) can lead to confusion and incorrect date entries.
  User Role Permissions: If a user does not have the correct permissions, they may not be