How To Fix E0191 - '& from' must be earlier or the same as '& to'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E0 - SAP EDI messages

• Message number: 191

• Message text: '& from' must be earlier or the same as '& to'

What causes this issue?

When you entered the values, you chose a lower limit which was higher
than the upper limit.

System Response

The entries cannot be accepted.

How to fix this error?

Choose one of the two options:
Enter the values again. The lower limit must be smaller or equal to the
upper limit.
Choose the function <LS>Delete selection</> and make new entries.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E0191 - '& from' must be earlier or the same as '& to' ?

  The SAP error message E0191, which states "'& from' must be earlier or the same as '& to'", typically occurs when there is a date range validation issue in the system. This error indicates that the "from" date specified is later than the "to" date, which is not allowed in various SAP transactions or configurations that require a valid date range.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user has entered a "from" date that is later than the "to" date in a date range field.
  Data Entry Error: This can happen due to typographical errors or misunderstanding of the date format.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the error may arise from incorrect configuration settings in the system that enforce date validations.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Fields: Review the date fields in the transaction or configuration screen where the error occurred. Ensure that the "from" date is earlier than or equal to the "to" date.
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the "from" date is indeed later than the "to" date, correct it by entering a valid date range.
  Date Format: Ensure that the dates are entered in the correct format as expected by the SAP system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY depending on the system settings).
  Validation Logic: If you are working with custom programs or enhancements, check the logic that validates the date ranges to ensure it is functioning correctly.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transactions, such as creating or modifying master data, scheduling jobs, or configuring settings that involve date ranges.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly enter date ranges in the system to avoid this error in the future.
  Debugging: If the error persists and seems to be related to custom developments, consider debugging the program to identify where the validation is failing.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the E0191 error and ensure that the date ranges entered in SAP are valid.