How To Fix RTC_COMM150 - Valid to time must be later than valid from

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RTC_COMM -

• Message number: 150

• Message text: Valid to time must be later than valid from

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RTC_COMM150 - Valid to time must be later than valid from ?

  The SAP error message RTC_COMM150, which states "Valid to time must be later than valid from," typically occurs in the context of time management or personnel administration when you are trying to enter or modify a time record or validity period for an employee or a specific time-related entry.
  Cause:
  This error arises when the "Valid To" date or time is set to a value that is earlier than or the same as the "Valid From" date or time. In other words, the system requires that the end date/time of a validity period must always be after the start date/time.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Dates/Times: Review the "Valid From" and "Valid To" fields in the relevant transaction or infotype. Ensure that the "Valid To" date/time is indeed later than the "Valid From" date/time.
  
  
  Correct the Entry: If you find that the "Valid To" date/time is incorrect, update it to a valid date/time that is later than the "Valid From" date/time.
  
  
  Save Changes: After making the necessary corrections, save your changes to see if the error message disappears.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions related to time management, such as PA30 (Maintain HR Master Data), PA20 (Display HR Master Data), or others where validity periods are defined.
  Infotypes: The error may be related to specific infotypes like IT0000 (Actions), IT0001 (Organizational Assignment), or IT2001 (Absences), depending on the context of the data you are working with.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the records you are trying to update.
  Consult Documentation: If you continue to experience issues, consult SAP documentation or your organization's SAP support team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RTC_COMM150 error and successfully update the relevant time records.