How To Fix 53168 - Logical date after the selection interval

53168 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 53 - Incentive Wages Data

• Message number: 168

• Message text: Logical date after the selection interval

What causes this issue?

If you want to enter a record for this date, you must first save and
then enter a new selection interval on the initial screen.

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?

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 53168 - Logical date after the selection interval ?

  The SAP error message 53168, "Logical date after the selection interval," typically occurs when a date specified in a selection criterion exceeds the defined selection interval for a report or transaction. This can happen in various SAP modules, particularly in reporting transactions where date ranges are specified.
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Range Mismatch: The logical date (e.g., a posting date, document date, etc.) you are trying to use is outside the range defined in the selection criteria. For example, if you are trying to select data for a specific date, but the selection interval only allows for earlier dates, this error will occur.
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have entered an incorrect date or a date that is not valid in the context of the report or transaction.
  System Configuration: Sometimes, the system configuration or settings may restrict certain dates based on business rules or fiscal periods.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the date fields in your