How To Fix RP418 - Start date of absence & from & to & is too early

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RP - Error Messages for Infotype Module Pools

• Message number: 418

• Message text: Start date of absence & from & to & is too early

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP418 - Start date of absence & from & to & is too early ?

  The SAP error message RP418 ("Start date of absence & from & to & is too early") typically occurs in the context of absence management within the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module. This error indicates that the start date of the absence being entered is earlier than the allowed date range defined in the system.
  Cause:
  
  Date Configuration: The absence start date is set before the earliest date allowed for absence records in the system. This could be due to configuration settings in the absence type or the employee's personnel data.
  Employee Status: The employee may not be eligible for absence recording for the specified period due to their employment status (e.g., if they are not active or if their employment has been terminated).
  Calendar Settings: The absence may be outside the defined calendar year or period for which absences can be recorded.
  Historical Data: If the absence is being recorded for a historical date that is not allowed by the system settings.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Configuration: Review the configuration settings for the absence type in the SAP system. Ensure that the allowed date range for recording absences is correctly set.
  Verify Employee Status: Check the employee's status in the system. Ensure that the employee is active and eligible to record absences for the specified dates.
  Adjust Dates: If the absence is being entered for a date that is too early, adjust the start date to a valid date within the allowed range.
  Review Calendar Settings: Ensure that the absence is being recorded within the defined calendar year or period. If necessary, update the calendar settings to allow for earlier dates.
  Consult with HR: If the absence is for a historical date, consult with your HR department or system administrator to determine if there are any policies or procedures in place for recording such absences.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data) or PA61 (Maintain Time Data) to check and update employee absence records.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to absence management for more detailed information on configuring absence types and managing employee records.
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP HCM expert for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RP418 error and successfully record the absence in the SAP system.