How To Fix HRPIQUS_REPORTING332 - Start Date &1 is lower than the selected Start Session &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRPIQUS_REPORTING - US legal reporting

• Message number: 332

• Message text: Start Date &1 is lower than the selected Start Session &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING332 - Start Date &1 is lower than the selected Start Session &2 ?

  The SAP error message HRPIQUS_REPORTING332 indicates that there is a mismatch between the start date of a report or session and the selected start session date. Specifically, the error states that the start date you have entered (denoted as &1) is earlier than the start session date (denoted as &2) that you have selected.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs in the context of reporting or data extraction in SAP HR (Human Resources) modules, particularly when dealing with infotypes or reporting sessions. The main causes include:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered a start date that is earlier than the allowed session start date.
  Session Configuration: The session you are trying to access may have been configured with a specific start date that does not align with the date you are trying to use.
  Data Integrity Issues: There may be issues with the data integrity or configuration in the system that is causing the session dates to be misaligned.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Verify the start date you have entered and ensure it is not earlier than the selected start session date. Adjust the start date accordingly.
  
  
  Review Session Settings: If you have access, check the configuration of the reporting session to understand its start date. You may need to consult with your SAP administrator or HR module expert to ensure that the session settings are correct.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for the specific report or transaction you are using to understand the expected date ranges and configurations.
  
  
  Contact Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your internal SAP support team or SAP support for further assistance. They may be able to provide insights based on system logs or configurations.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on how to handle date-related issues in HR reporting.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering dates in SAP HR reports to minimize the occurrence of such errors.
  System Configuration: Regularly review and maintain system configurations related to HR reporting sessions to ensure they align with business requirements.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRPIQUS_REPORTING332 error and successfully run your report.