How To Fix E7358 - Installation &1: Time slice end date before start date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: E7 - IS-U master data

• Message number: 358

• Message text: Installation &1: Time slice end date before start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message E7358 - Installation &1: Time slice end date before start date ?

  The SAP error message E7358, "Installation &1: Time slice end date before start date," typically occurs when there is a mismatch in the date range specified for an installation or a related object in the SAP system. This error indicates that the end date of a time slice is set before its start date, which is logically incorrect.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered an end date that is earlier than the start date for a time slice.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date entries.
  Configuration Errors: Incorrect configuration settings in the system can lead to this error if the time slices are not defined properly.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the time slice entries for the installation in question. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction (e.g., IL01 for creating installations) and check the time slice details.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the end date is indeed before the start date, correct the dates accordingly.
  Review Data Migration: If this error arose after a data migration, check the source data for inconsistencies and correct them in the SAP system.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct date ranges, refer to the SAP documentation or consult with a functional consultant who specializes in the relevant module (e.g., SAP IS-U for utilities).
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes to ensure that the error no longer occurs.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes such as IL01 (Create Installation), IL02 (Change Installation), and IL03 (Display Installation) to manage installations effectively.
  SAP Notes: Check for any SAP Notes related to this error message for additional guidance or patches that may address known issues.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to installations and time slices in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the E7358 error and ensure that your time slices are correctly configured.