How To Fix HRITFCN_0185005 - Used to date can not be earlier than valid from date

HRITFCN_0185005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRITFCN_0185 - Message class for new infotype frame - China IT0185

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Used to date can not be earlier than valid from date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRITFCN_0185005 - Used to date can not be earlier than valid from date ?

  The SAP error message HRITFCN_0185005 indicates that there is an issue with the date configuration in the system, specifically that the "used to date" cannot be earlier than the "valid from date." This error typically occurs in the context of HR (Human Resources) data management, particularly when dealing with infotypes that require date ranges.
  
  Cause:
  The error arises when you attempt to enter or modify a record in an infotype (such as employee master data) where the "to date" (the end date of the validity period) is set to a date that is earlier than the "from date" (the start date of the validity period). This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Data Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered the dates in the wrong order.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, the date ranges may not have been correctly set.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the infotype is