How To Fix HRPADRUINFOTYPES114 - Start date lies before the start date of the employment book

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPADRUINFOTYPES - HR-RU PAD Messages

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Start date lies before the start date of the employment book

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPADRUINFOTYPES114 - Start date lies before the start date of the employment book ?

  The SAP error message HRPADRUINFOTYPES114 indicates that there is an issue with the start date of an infotype record in the Human Resources module. Specifically, the error states that the start date of the infotype record you are trying to create or modify lies before the start date of the employment record (employment book) for the employee.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date you are trying to enter for the infotype is earlier than the start date of the employee's employment record.
  Employment Record Configuration: The employment record may have been set up with a start date that does not align with the infotype data you are trying to enter.
  Data Migration Issues: If data was migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the dates.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employment Start Date:
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data and check the start date of the employment record. This can usually be found in the IT0000 (Actions) infotype.
  Ensure that the start date of the infotype you are trying to create or modify is on or after this date.
  
  
  
  Adjust Infotype Dates:
  
  If the infotype start date is incorrect, modify it to be on or after the employment start date.
  If you need to enter historical data, ensure that the employment record is set up to allow for historical entries.
  
  
  
  Review Configuration:
  
  If you are unsure about the employment record's configuration, consult with your HR administrator or SAP HR consultant to ensure that the employment records are set up correctly.
  
  
  
  Data Consistency Check:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, perform a consistency check on the employee records to ensure that all dates are aligned correctly.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for further guidance on handling infotype records and employment data.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store specific types of data related to employees, such as personal data, payroll data, and employment history.
  Actions: The actions in SAP HR (like hiring, termination, etc.) are linked to infotypes and can affect the validity of the data entered.
  Date Validity: Each infotype has a validity period defined by start and end dates, and these must be managed carefully to avoid conflicts.
  
  If the issue persists after following these steps, it may be beneficial to consult with your SAP support team or an SAP HR expert for further assistance.