How To Fix 61836 - To-date must not precede the "From-date"

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 61 - Fehlermeldungen fuer Bedarfsplanung

• Message number: 836

• Message text: To-date must not precede the "From-date"

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 61836 - To-date must not precede the "From-date" ?

  The SAP error message 61836, which states "To-date must not precede the From-date," typically occurs when you are trying to enter a date range in a transaction or report where the "To-date" is earlier than the "From-date." This can happen in various contexts, such as when entering date ranges for reports, planning, or scheduling.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following scenarios:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user has mistakenly entered a "To-date" that is earlier than the "From-date."
  System Validation: SAP has built-in validation rules that prevent the entry of invalid date ranges to ensure data integrity.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the dates you have entered in the relevant fields. Ensure that the "From-date" is earlier than or equal to the "To-date."
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the "To-date" is indeed earlier than the "From-date," correct it by entering a valid date range.
  Re-enter the Data: After making the necessary corrections, re-enter the data and try to execute the transaction or report again.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Format: Ensure that the date format you are using is consistent with the format expected by SAP (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training or documentation to users on how to correctly enter date ranges in SAP.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes or documentation that may provide additional context or solutions related to this error message.
  Transaction Context: The specific transaction or module where this error occurs may have additional considerations, so it may be helpful to consult the documentation for that specific area.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your work in SAP.