How To Fix AD014 - Upper and lower limits are identical; correct the limits

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AD - Data Dictionary application messages

• Message number: 014

• Message text: Upper and lower limits are identical; correct the limits

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message AD014 - Upper and lower limits are identical; correct the limits ?

  The SAP error message AD014 indicates that the upper and lower limits for a certain parameter or field are set to the same value, which is not allowed. This typically occurs in the context of defining ranges for data selection, such as in selection screens, validation rules, or configuration settings.
  Cause:
  The error arises when:
  
  You are trying to define a range for a selection parameter (like a date range, numeric range, etc.) where the upper limit is equal to the lower limit.
  This can happen due to user input errors, incorrect configuration settings, or programmatic logic that sets the limits incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the AD014 error, you need to ensure that the upper and lower limits are not identical. Here are the steps you can take:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values you have entered for the upper and lower limits. Make sure they are different. For example, if you are entering a date range, ensure that the start date is before the end date.
  
  
  Adjust Configuration: If this error occurs in a configuration setting (like in a variant or a report), go to the relevant configuration screen and adjust the limits accordingly.
  
  
  Modify Program Logic: If the limits are being set programmatically (in ABAP code, for example), check the logic that sets these values. Ensure that there is a condition that prevents the upper limit from being set to the same value as the lower limit.
  
  
  Validation: Implement validation checks in your input forms or selection screens to prevent users from entering identical values for upper and lower limits.
  
  
  Testing: After making the necessary changes, test the functionality to ensure that the error no longer occurs and that the system behaves as expected.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to SAP Help documentation for more details on the specific transaction or module where the error occurs.
  Community Forums: Check SAP Community forums or other user groups for similar issues and solutions shared by other users.
  Debugging: If you are a developer, consider using the debugger to trace the execution flow and identify where the limits are being set incorrectly.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the AD014 error and ensure that your limits are set correctly.