How To Fix HRPBSSG896 - Begin date must not be blank!

HRPBSSG896 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPBSSG - Message Class For Public Sector(Singapore)

• Message number: 896

• Message text: Begin date must not be blank!

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPBSSG896 - Begin date must not be blank! ?

  The SAP error message HRPBSSG896, which states "Begin date must not be blank," typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that a required field for the start date of a specific action (such as a new hire, change in employment status, or other personnel actions) has not been filled in.
  
  Cause:
  
  Missing Data: The most common cause is that the "Begin Date" field has not been populated when trying to execute a transaction or save a record.
  
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype or the specific action being performed, which may require a begin date.
  User Input Error: The user may have overlooked entering the date or may have inadvertently cleared the field.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Enter the Begin Date: Ensure that the "Begin Date" field is filled in with a valid date. This is typically required