How To Fix AFWCH_FO003 - End of time stamp is before start of time stamp

AFWCH_FO003 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: AFWCH_FO - Analyzer Framework: Financial Object Management

• Message number: 003

• Message text: End of time stamp is before start of time stamp

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AFWCH_FO003 - Details

• The SAP error message AFWCH_FO003: End of time stamp is before start of time stamp typically occurs in the context of time-based data processing, such as in financial transactions, reporting, or data extraction processes. This error indicates that the system has detected an inconsistency in the time stamps provided, where the end time is earlier than the start time, which is logically incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Stamp Input: The most common cause is that the user has entered an end time that is earlier than the start time in a transaction or report.
  Data Entry Errors: Manual data entry mistakes can lead to this issue, such as typing errors or misinterpretation of time formats.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, configuration settings in the system may lead to incorrect time stamp generation or handling.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the time stamps that were