How To Fix HRPADIN01147 - No begin date found in & for first period

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADIN01 - HR IN: Message class for HR India - Master Data

• Message number: 147

• Message text: No begin date found in & for first period

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADIN01147 - No begin date found in & for first period ?

  The SAP error message HRPADIN01147 indicates that there is no begin date found for the first period in the specified infotype (denoted by &). This error typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when trying to process or display data related to an employee's infotype records.
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause of this error is that the infotype record does not have a valid begin date for the specified period. This could happen if the record was not created properly or if it was deleted or not yet maintained.
  Incorrect Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype or the related personnel actions that are supposed to create or update the records.
  Data Inconsistency: There could be inconsistencies in the data, such as overlapping records or incorrect date ranges.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Infotype Records: 
  
  Go to the relevant infotype (e.g., IT0000 for Actions, IT0001 for Organizational Assignment, etc.) and check if the record exists for the employee in question.
  Ensure that the record has a valid begin date and that it is not in a future date range.
  
  
  
  Maintain Missing Data:
  
  If the record is missing, create a new record with the appropriate begin date.
  If the record exists but is incorrect, update it with the correct begin date.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  Check the configuration settings for the infotype in the SAP system to ensure that it is set up correctly.
  Ensure that the personnel actions that should create or modify the infotype records are configured properly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  Run consistency checks on the employee's data to identify any overlapping records or other issues that might be causing the error.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on the infotype in question and the expected data structure.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Infotypes are data structures in SAP HR that store employee-related information. Each infotype has a specific purpose and is identified by a unique number (e.g., IT0001 for Organizational Assignment).
  Personnel Actions: These are processes that trigger the creation or modification of infotype records, such as hiring, promotions, or terminations.
  Transaction Codes: You can use transaction codes like PA20 (Display HR Master Data) or PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) to view and edit infotype records.
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP HR module administrator or technical support for further assistance.