How To Fix HRGB022 - Date (&1) is earlier than allowed &2 (Feature GBCHG Branch &3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRGB - HR: Messages for Great Britain

• Message number: 022

• Message text: Date (&1) is earlier than allowed &2 (Feature GBCHG Branch &3)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRGB022 - Date (&1) is earlier than allowed &2 (Feature GBCHG Branch &3) ?

  The SAP error message HRGB022 indicates that a date entered in the system is earlier than the allowed date defined in the configuration for the specific feature (in this case, Feature GBCHG) related to the branch specified. This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or payroll processing in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The date you are trying to enter (represented by &1) is earlier than the minimum date allowed (represented by &2) for the specific branch (represented by &3) in the configuration settings.
  Feature Settings: The feature GBCHG may have specific rules or settings that restrict the dates that can be entered based on the branch or other criteria.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a mistake in the date being entered, such as a typographical error or misunderstanding of the date format.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check the Date: Verify the date you are trying to enter. Ensure that it is correct and intended. If it is indeed earlier than the allowed date, you may need to adjust it to a valid date.
  Review Feature Configuration: Access the configuration for Feature GBCHG in the SAP system. You can do this by navigating to the relevant transaction (e.g., PE03 for feature maintenance) and checking the settings for the branch in question. Ensure that the allowed dates are set correctly.
  Consult Documentation: Review any documentation or guidelines related to the specific branch and the GBCHG feature to understand the date restrictions.
  Contact SAP Support: If you believe the configuration is correct and the error persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues or patches related to this error.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PE03 (Feature Maintenance), PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), and PA40 (Personnel Actions) to navigate the system effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any updates or fixes related to the HRGB022 error message.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the configuration or to the data you are trying to enter.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify the cause of the HRGB022 error and implement a solution to resolve it.