How To Fix CTLG_ITM_MNG_MSG_CL005 - Enter a valid date range

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: CTLG_ITM_MNG_MSG_CL - Manage Catalog Items

• Message number: 005

• Message text: Enter a valid date range

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message CTLG_ITM_MNG_MSG_CL005 - Enter a valid date range ?

  The SAP error message CTLG_ITM_MNG_MSG_CL005 ("Enter a valid date range") typically occurs when a user attempts to input a date range that is either invalid or not acceptable within the context of the transaction or report they are working on. This can happen in various modules, such as Materials Management (MM), Sales and Distribution (SD), or others where date ranges are required for filtering data.
  Causes:
  
  Invalid Date Format: The dates entered may not be in the correct format expected by the system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Logical Errors: The start date may be later than the end date, or the dates may fall outside of acceptable limits (e.g., dates in the future or too far in the past).
  System Settings: There may be configuration settings in the system that restrict the date ranges that can be entered.
  User Input Error: Simple typographical errors when entering the dates.
  
  Solutions:
  
  Check Date Format: Ensure that the dates are