How To Fix HRHCP00_PLAN155 - Change date (&1) must lie after validity end date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRHCP00_PLAN - Messages About Personnel Cost Plan

• Message number: 155

• Message text: Change date (&1) must lie after validity end date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRHCP00_PLAN155 - Change date (&1) must lie after validity end date &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRHCP00_PLAN155 indicates that there is an issue with the change date you are trying to enter in the system. Specifically, the error states that the change date (&1) must be after the validity end date (&2). This typically occurs in the context of personnel planning or organizational management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Sequence: The change date you are trying to enter is earlier than or the same as the validity end date of the record you are trying to modify. This means that the system is enforcing a rule that requires changes to be made only after the current validity period has ended.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a mistake in entering the dates, leading to this conflict.
  Configuration Issues: There could be configuration settings in the system that enforce strict date validation rules.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the change date you are trying to enter and compare it with the validity end date. Ensure that the change date is indeed after the validity end date.
  Adjust Dates: If the change date is incorrect, adjust it to a date that is after the validity end date.
  Review Validity Periods: If you need to make changes to a record that is still valid, consider whether you need to extend the validity period or create a new record with the desired changes.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the validity periods and how they work in your specific context, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with your SAP HCM administrator.
  System Configuration: If you believe the error is due to a configuration issue, consult with your SAP Basis or HCM configuration team to review the settings related to date validations.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may be using transaction codes related to personnel planning, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or similar.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the records in question, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  Testing in Development: If you are making changes in a development or test environment, ensure that the same rules apply in the production environment.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRHCP00_PLAN155 error and successfully make the necessary changes in the SAP system.