How To Fix HRPADNO_EDG_LCI001 - Start date must be the first day of month!

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADNO_EDG_LCI - Messages for EDG maintainance of customizing tables

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Start date must be the first day of month!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG_LCI001 - Start date must be the first day of month! ?

  The SAP error message HRPADNO_EDG_LCI001 indicates that the start date entered in a particular transaction or process must be the first day of the month. This error typically occurs in HR-related transactions, such as when creating or modifying employee records, payroll data, or other time-related entries.
  Cause:
  The primary cause of this error is that the date you have entered does not conform to the requirement that it must be the first day of the month. For example, if you enter a date like March 15, 2023, instead of March 1, 2023, you will encounter this error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Date: Review the date you have entered in the relevant field. Ensure that it is set to the first day of the month (e.g., January 1, February 1, etc.).
  
  
  Modify the Entry: If the date is incorrect, change it to the first day of the month that is relevant to your transaction.
  
  
  Re-attempt the Transaction: After correcting the date, try to save or process the transaction again.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various HR-related transaction codes, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA40 (Personnel Actions), or others where date entries are required.
  
  
  Documentation: Refer to SAP HR documentation or your organization's SAP guidelines for specific requirements regarding date entries in HR processes.
  
  
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the data you are working with, as sometimes restrictions can lead to errors.
  
  
  Consult with HR or SAP Support: If you continue to experience issues or if the date requirement seems inappropriate for your situation, consult with your HR department or SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPADNO_EDG_LCI001 error and proceed with your SAP transactions successfully.