How To Fix HRMSS_PROFILES_WDA005 - Start date cannot be greater than the end date

HRMSS_PROFILES_WDA005 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRMSS_PROFILES_WDA - Message class for MSS WDA Profile applications

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Start date cannot be greater than the end date

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HRMSS_PROFILES_WDA005 - Details

• The SAP error message HRMSS_PROFILES_WDA005 indicates that there is an issue with date inputs in a specific transaction or application related to employee profiles or HR management. The error message states that the "Start date cannot be greater than the end date," which typically occurs when a user is trying to enter a date range where the start date is later than the end date.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered a start date that is later than the end date.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the date fields in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates entered in the relevant fields. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  Correct the Dates: If the dates are