How To Fix P2525 - Date & follows end of validity period &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: P2 - Messages for HR Time Management

• Message number: 525

• Message text: Date & follows end of validity period &

What causes this issue?

You have entered a short date. This is only allowed if the date
calculated by the System is within the selection period.

System Response

The entry is not accepted.

How to fix this error?

Please enter the date in its entirety.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message P2525 - Date & follows end of validity period & ?

  The SAP error message P2525 ("Date & follows end of validity period &") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when a date entered in a transaction or infotype exceeds the defined validity period for a specific record. This can happen in various scenarios, such as when trying to enter a new record or modify an existing one.
  Cause:
  
  Invalid Date Entry: The date you are trying to enter is beyond the end date of the validity period for the infotype or record you are working with.
  Configuration Issues: The validity periods for certain infotypes may not be set correctly in the system configuration.
  Data Consistency: There may be inconsistencies in the data that lead to the system rejecting the date.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Period: Review the validity period of the infotype or record you are trying to modify. Ensure that the date you are entering falls within the allowed range.
  Adjust Dates: If the date you are trying to enter is indeed valid, you may need to adjust the end date of the validity period in the configuration or create a new record with the correct dates.
  Consult Configuration: If you have access to the configuration settings, check the settings for the relevant infotype to ensure that the validity periods are set correctly.
  Data Correction: If there are inconsistencies in the data, you may need to correct them. This could involve updating or deleting conflicting records.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to the records in question.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotypes: Familiarize yourself with the specific infotype you are working with, as different infotypes have different validity rules.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on managing validity periods and infotypes.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the P2525 error and successfully enter or modify the required data in SAP.