How To Fix BC010 - End date & is before start date &

BC010 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 010

• Message text: End date & is before start date &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC010 - End date & is before start date & ?

  The SAP error message "BC010: End date & is before start date &" typically occurs when there is a mismatch in date fields within a transaction or configuration. This error indicates that the end date specified is earlier than the start date, which is logically incorrect in most scenarios.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered an end date that is earlier than the start date in a transaction or configuration screen.
  System Configuration: In some cases, this error can arise from incorrect configuration settings in the system that define valid date ranges.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  User Error: Users may inadvertently select the wrong dates due to interface issues or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the start and end dates entered in the transaction. Ensure that the end