How To Fix RP737 - Entry date in company is before date of birth

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 737

• Message text: Entry date in company is before date of birth

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP737 - Entry date in company is before date of birth ?

  The SAP error message RP737 ("Entry date in company is before date of birth") typically occurs in the context of personnel administration when there is an inconsistency between an employee's entry date in the company and their date of birth. This error is often encountered during the creation or modification of employee records in the SAP Human Capital Management (HCM) module.
  Cause:
  The error arises when the entry date (the date the employee officially starts working for the company) is set to a date that is earlier than the employee's date of birth. This situation is logically inconsistent, as an employee cannot start working before they are born.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Employee Data: 
  
  Navigate to the employee's master data in SAP (Transaction code PA30).
  Verify the employee's date of birth and entry date in the company.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the entry date is incorrect, update it to a date that is on or after the employee's date of birth.
  If the date of birth is incorrect, update it to the correct date.
  
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary corrections, save the changes and check if the error persists.
  
  
  Validation: Ensure that the changes made are in compliance with company policies and legal requirements.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: 
  
  PA30: Maintain HR Master Data
  PA40: Personnel Actions
  
  
  Data Consistency: It's important to maintain data consistency in the HR module to avoid issues with payroll, reporting, and compliance.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to employee master data.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's HR policies for guidelines on handling employee data.
  
  If the issue persists after correcting the dates, it may be necessary to consult with your SAP support team or a technical consultant for further investigation.