How To Fix HRTMC_SERVICES055 - Date of infotype (&1) delimitation must be after start date (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: HRTMC_SERVICES - Messages for Services

• Message number: 055

• Message text: Date of infotype (&1) delimitation must be after start date (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message HRTMC_SERVICES055 - Date of infotype (&1) delimitation must be after start date (&2) ?

  The SAP error message HRTMC_SERVICES055 indicates that there is a problem with the date delimitation for a specific infotype in the SAP system. This error typically occurs when the end date of an infotype record is set before its start date, which violates the logical sequence of date ranges in the system.
  Cause:
  The error message is triggered when:
  
  The end date of an infotype record (denoted as &1) is set to a date that is earlier than the start date (denoted as &2).
  This can happen during data entry, data migration, or when updating infotype records.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check the Infotype Record:
  
  Navigate to the infotype in question using transaction code PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data).
  Enter the employee number and select the relevant infotype.
  Review the start and end dates of the infotype record.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the end date is indeed earlier than the start date, you need to correct it.
  Change the end date to a date that is equal to or later than the start date.
  If the record is meant to be open-ended, you can set the end date to a future date or leave it blank (if the system allows).
  
  
  
  Save Changes:
  
  After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes to the infotype record.
  
  
  
  Check for Other Related Records:
  
  If there are multiple infotypes or related records, ensure that the date ranges do not conflict with each other.
  
  
  
  Data Migration:
  
  If this error occurs during data migration, review the data mapping and transformation rules to ensure that the dates are being set correctly.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: In SAP HR, infotypes are used to store specific types of employee data, such as personal information, organizational assignments, and payroll data.
  Date Delimitation: SAP requires that the date ranges for infotypes do not overlap and are logically sequenced. Each infotype can have multiple records, but they must be properly delimited.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), and PA40 (Personnel Actions) for managing infotype records.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the HRTMC_SERVICES055 error and ensure that the infotype records are correctly maintained in the SAP system.