How To Fix HRASR00_PROC_COLL001 - The recurring start date must be before the end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_PROC_COLL -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: The recurring start date must be before the end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_PROC_COLL001 - The recurring start date must be before the end date ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_PROC_COLL001 indicates that there is an issue with the date configuration in a recurring process, typically related to the management of employee data or payroll processing. Specifically, the error states that the recurring start date must be before the end date, which means that the system has detected that the start date for a recurring event (like a payroll run, benefits enrollment, etc.) is set to a date that is not logically correct.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date for the recurring event is entered as the same date or after the end date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the recurring process in the SAP system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the start and end dates for the recurring process. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or infotype where the dates are set (e.g., infotype 0014 for recurring payments).
  Correct the dates accordingly.
  
  
  
  Validation Rules: Ensure that any validation rules or checks in place are correctly configured to prevent incorrect date entries in the future.
  
  
  Data Consistency: If the error arises from data migration, perform a data consistency check to identify and correct any discrepancies in date entries.
  
  
  Testing: After making corrections, test the process again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on setting up recurring processes.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA20 (Display HR Master Data) to check and modify employee records.
  Infotypes: Understand the relevant infotypes that may be involved in the recurring process, such as:
  
  Infotype 0014 (Recurring Payments/Deductions)
  Infotype 0015 (Additional Payments)
  
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional insights or patches that may address known issues.
  
  If the problem persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant who can provide deeper insights into the configuration and data integrity of your SAP HR module.