How To Fix PAIS009 - Start date occurs before end date


PAIS009 - Overview

  • Message type: E = Error

  • Message class: PAIS - Messages for PA-IS (Ad Hoc Query etc.)

  • Message number: 009

  • Message text: Start date occurs before end date

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  • What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PAIS009 - Start date occurs before end date ?
    The SAP error message PAIS009 ("Start date occurs before end date") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration or time management when there is an inconsistency in the date ranges defined for an employee's records. This error indicates that the start date of a certain record (such as a contract, position, or time entry) is set to a date that is earlier than the end date, which is logically incorrect.
    
    Cause: Incorrect Date Entry: The start date and end date for a record have been entered incorrectly, leading to a situation where the start date is earlier than the end date. Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values. Configuration Errors: There may be issues in the configuration of the personnel administration module that lead to incorrect date validations.
    Solution: Check Date Entries: Review the specific record that is causing the error.

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