How To Fix RP851 - The validity period is less than one calendar year

RP851 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

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

• Message number: 851

• Message text: The validity period is less than one calendar year

What causes this issue?

The validity period of the infotype is not a full year (January 1 to
December 31).

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

If several records exist for one calendar year, make sure they are
consistent.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RP851 - The validity period is less than one calendar year ?

  The SAP error message RP851, which states "The validity period is less than one calendar year," typically occurs in the context of payroll processing or when managing employee benefits and compensation. This error indicates that the validity period for a specific payroll or benefits-related entry is set to less than one year, which is not acceptable according to the system's configuration or business rules.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Validity Dates: The start and end dates for a specific payroll or benefits entry may have been entered incorrectly, resulting in a validity period of less than one year.
  Configuration Settings: The system may be configured to require a minimum validity period of one year for certain types of entries, such as salary adjustments, benefits, or other payroll-related data.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry errors can lead to incorrect date ranges being specified.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Validity Dates: Review the validity dates for the entry that triggered the error. Ensure