How To Fix 72254 - Start time > end time

72254 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: 72 - Message Class for Time Management Reports

• Message number: 254

• Message text: Start time > end time

What causes this issue?

The start time in the <zh>Start</> field lies after the end time in the
<zh>End</>field. For the system to determine the time period, the start
time must be before the end time.

How to fix this error?

Check which of the times is incorrect, and adjust it accordingly.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message 72254 - Start time > end time ?

  The SAP error message 72254, which states "Start time > end time," typically occurs in scenarios where a time-related input is being processed, such as in scheduling, planning, or time management functions. This error indicates that the start time you have entered is later than the end time, which is logically incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered a start time that is later than the end time.
  Data Entry Error: This can happen due to typographical errors or misunderstanding of the time format.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the configuration of the system or the specific module may lead to this error if the time settings are not properly defined.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the start and end times you have entered. Ensure that the start time is indeed earlier than the end time.
  Correct Time Format: Make sure that the time format is consistent and correctly