How To Fix HRPIQUS_REPORTING051 - Collection Start Date cannot be greater than Collection End Date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQUS_REPORTING - US legal reporting

• Message number: 051

• Message text: Collection Start Date cannot be greater than Collection End Date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING051 - Collection Start Date cannot be greater than Collection End Date ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING051 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified for a collection in the system. Specifically, the error states that the Collection Start Date cannot be greater than the Collection End Date. This typically occurs in the context of reporting or data extraction processes within the SAP HR module, particularly in the context of the Personnel Administration or Payroll components.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The user has entered a start date that is later than the end date in the relevant fields.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error or misunderstanding when entering the dates.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or customizations may lead to unexpected behavior regarding date handling.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs:
  
  Review the dates entered in the fields for the collection. Ensure that the Collection