How To Fix HRPAYBR99210 - The start date must be equal or inferior to the end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPAYBR99 - Payroll General Messages

• Message number: 210

• Message text: The start date must be equal or inferior to the end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPAYBR99210 - The start date must be equal or inferior to the end date ?

  The SAP error message HRPAYBR99210, which states "The start date must be equal or inferior to the end date," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or personnel administration within the SAP HR module. This error indicates that there is a date validation issue where the start date of a certain period (e.g., employment, payroll, or benefits) is later than the end date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered a start date that is later than the end date in a form or transaction.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date entries.
  Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the payroll or personnel administration settings that enforce date validation rules incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the start and end dates in the relevant transaction or infotype. Ensure that the start date is not later than the end date.
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, update them to ensure that the start date is equal to or earlier than the end date.
  Review Related Infotypes: If the error occurs in a specific infotype (e.g., infotype 0000 for actions, infotype 0001 for organizational assignment), check the entries in those infotypes for any discrepancies.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to enter, consult your organization's HR policies or documentation for guidance.
  Test in a Sandbox: If you are making changes to configuration or data migration, test these changes in a sandbox environment before applying them to the production system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the relevant infotypes or payroll data.
  Training and Support: If you are unfamiliar with the HR module or the specific transaction, consider seeking training or support from your SAP HR team or a knowledgeable colleague.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPAYBR99210 error and ensure that your date entries are valid.