How To Fix DB654 - Lower limit is greater than upper limit

DB654 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: DB - Messages for logical databases and background processing

• Message number: 654

• Message text: Lower limit is greater than upper limit

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message DB654 - Lower limit is greater than upper limit ?

  The SAP error message DB654, which states "Lower limit is greater than upper limit," typically occurs in the context of database operations, particularly when dealing with range queries or data selection criteria. This error indicates that the specified range for a query or operation is invalid because the lower limit (minimum value) is greater than the upper limit (maximum value).
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Input Values: The most common cause is that the user has entered incorrect values for the lower and upper limits in a selection screen or report.
  Data Type Mismatch: If the data types of the limits are not compatible (e.g., comparing a string to a number), it may lead to unexpected behavior.
  Program Logic Error: There may be a bug in the ABAP code or logic that sets the limits incorrectly.
  User Input Error: Users may inadvertently input values that do not make sense logically, such as entering a higher date as the