How To Fix BC012 - End time & is before start time &

BC012 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: BC - Scheduler (calendar)

• Message number: 012

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

What causes this issue?

The end time &V1& is before the start time &V2&.

System Response

The program is cancelled.

How to fix this error?

Enter an end time which is either the same as the start time
or after the start time.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message BC012 - End time & is before start time & ?

  The SAP error message BC012 indicates that there is a discrepancy in the time settings for a particular process or transaction. Specifically, it means that the end time specified is earlier than the start time, which is logically incorrect. This error can occur in various contexts, such as scheduling jobs, planning activities, or entering time data.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered the end time before the start time.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues with the system settings or configurations that affect how times are interpreted.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the time data.
  Time Zone Differences: If the system is set to different time zones, it may lead to confusion regarding the actual time.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Entries: Review the start and end times entered in the transaction. Ensure that the end time is