How To Fix >1562 - To-date must be after from-date

>1562 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: >1 - Shockwave SAPGUI message handling

• Message number: 562

• Message text: To-date must be after from-date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message >1562 - To-date must be after from-date ?

  The SAP error message 1562 ("To-date must be after from-date") typically occurs when you are trying to enter a date range in a transaction or report, and the "To-date" you have specified is earlier than or the same as the "From-date." This is a common validation check to ensure that the date range is logical.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is simply entering the dates incorrectly. For example, entering a "From-date" of January 10, 2023, and a "To-date" of January 5, 2023.
  System Defaults: Sometimes, the system may default to certain dates that do not align correctly, leading to this error.
  User Input Error: Users may inadvertently select the wrong dates from a date picker or input them manually.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the dates you have entered. Ensure that the "To-date" is indeed after the "From-date."
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, simply adjust the "To-date" to