How To Fix HRASR00_SA_PUBLIC047 - Assignment Begda - End date precedes start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRASR00_SA_PUBLIC -

• Message number: 047

• Message text: Assignment Begda - End date precedes start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRASR00_SA_PUBLIC047 - Assignment Begda - End date precedes start date ?

  The SAP error message HRASR00_SA_PUBLIC047 with the description "Assignment Begda - End date precedes start date" typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or organizational management when there is an inconsistency in the date assignments for an employee or organizational unit. This error indicates that the end date of an assignment is set before the start date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the end date (End Date) has been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data upload, and is earlier than the start date (Begda).
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotypes or the way date validations are set up in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the assignment dates for the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment). Ensure that the end date is not earlier than the start date.
  Correct the Data: If you find that the end date is indeed set incorrectly, update it to a valid date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  Review Data Migration: If this error arose from a data migration process, review the migration scripts or processes to ensure that date values are being handled correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the infotype you are working with.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: The error is often related to specific infotypes in SAP HR, such as 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 vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide patches related to this error.
  User Authorizations: Ensure that the user has the necessary authorizations to make changes to the infotype data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that the date assignments are logically consistent.