How To Fix CKECP010 - Date from is later than Date to (please check your entry)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CKECP - Messages for Easy Cost Planning

• Message number: 010

• Message text: Date from is later than Date to (please check your entry)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CKECP010 - Date from is later than Date to (please check your entry) ?

  The SAP error message CKECP010 indicates that there is a date validation issue in your entry. Specifically, it means that the "Date from" you have entered is later than the "Date to," which is logically incorrect. This error typically occurs in various SAP transactions where date ranges are required, such as in planning, reporting, or data entry forms.
  Cause:
  
  The "Date from" field has a value that is greater than the "Date to" field.
  This can happen due to manual entry errors, copy-pasting values, or incorrect date formats.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Your Entries: Review the values you have entered in the "Date from" and "Date to" fields. Ensure that the "Date from" is earlier than or equal to the "Date to."
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the "Date from" is indeed later than the "Date to," correct the dates accordingly. For example, if you have:
  
  Date from: 2023-10-15
  Date to: 2023-10-10
  You should change the "Date from" to a date that is on or before 2023-10-10.
  
  
  
  Date Format: Ensure that the dates are in the correct format as expected by the SAP system. Sometimes, date format issues can lead to confusion.
  
  
  Validation Rules: If you are using a custom program or transaction, check if there are any specific validation rules that might be affecting the date fields.
  
  
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing training or guidelines to users on how to correctly enter date ranges.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes, such as those related to planning (e.g., CKE1, CKE2) or reporting.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to date handling in specific transactions.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for the specific module you are working with to understand the expected behavior of date fields.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the CKECP010 error and successfully complete your transaction.