How To Fix FIS_FIN_CASH_FLOW009 - Period to &1 value shall be larger than period from &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FIS_FIN_CASH_FLOW - message class for sFIN4 cash flow

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Period to &1 value shall be larger than period from &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FIS_FIN_CASH_FLOW009 - Period to &1 value shall be larger than period from &2 ?

  The SAP error message FIS_FIN_CASH_FLOW009 indicates that there is an issue with the cash flow planning periods in your financial data. Specifically, the error states that the "Period to" value must be larger than the "Period from" value. This typically occurs when you are trying to define a cash flow planning period where the end date (or period) is not after the start date.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Period Configuration: The user may have entered the periods incorrectly, where the end period is set to be the same as or earlier than the start period.
  Data Entry Error: A simple mistake in data entry could lead to this error, such as entering the same date for both periods or reversing the order of the periods.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the cash flow planning settings in the system.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Period Entries: Review the entries for the cash flow planning periods. Ensure that the "Period to" is indeed greater than the "Period from". For example, if "Period from" is set to January 2023, then "Period to" should be set to February 2023 or later.
  
  
  Correct Data Entry: If you find that the periods are entered incorrectly, correct them to ensure that the "Period to" is greater than the "Period from".
  
  
  Review Configuration: If the error persists, check the configuration settings for cash flow planning in your SAP system. Ensure that the settings allow for the correct definition of periods.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for guidance on cash flow planning and period definitions.
  
  
  Seek Help from SAP Support: If you are unable to resolve the issue, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting SAP notes for any known issues related to this error message.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like FPM1 (Cash Flow Planning) or FPM2 (Cash Flow Planning: Display) to access and modify cash flow planning data.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to make changes to cash flow planning data.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully define your cash flow planning periods.