How To Fix HRPAYBE_DI105 - Invalid date; contract end date must be greater or equal to start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBE_DI - HR-Belgium: Dimona message class

• Message number: 105

• Message text: Invalid date; contract end date must be greater or equal to start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBE_DI105 - Invalid date; contract end date must be greater or equal to start date ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBE_DI105 indicates that there is an issue with the contract dates in the payroll or personnel administration module. Specifically, it means that the contract end date is not valid because it is earlier than the contract start date. This can occur in various scenarios, such as when entering or updating employee contract information.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered the contract end date before the contract start date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date entries.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with how the system is configured to handle contract dates.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Dates: Review the contract start and end dates for the employee in question. Ensure that the end date is greater than or equal to the start date.
  
  Navigate to the relevant infotype (e.g., Infotype 0001 for Organizational Assignment or Infotype 0002 for Personal Data) and verify the dates.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If the end date is incorrect, update it to a valid date that is greater than or equal to the start date.
  
  If the end date is supposed to be indefinite, you may need to set it to a future date or leave it blank, depending on your organization's policies.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent this error from occurring in the future.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates or how to handle specific cases, refer to your organization's HR policies or consult with your HR department.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists or if you suspect a configuration problem, consult with your SAP Basis or HR module administrator to ensure that the system is set up correctly.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the relevant infotypes in SAP HR that deal with employee contracts, such as Infotype 0001 (Organizational Assignment) and Infotype 0002 (Personal Data).
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users entering data into the system are trained on the importance of accurate date entry and the implications of incorrect data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYBE_DI105 error and ensure that contract dates are correctly maintained in the SAP system.