How To Fix FM_MEASURE007 - Funded Program start date &1 should be earlier or the same as end date &2

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FM_MEASURE - FM Measure

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Funded Program start date &1 should be earlier or the same as end date &2

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FM_MEASURE007 - Funded Program start date &1 should be earlier or the same as end date &2 ?

  The SAP error message FM_MEASURE007 indicates that there is an issue with the dates associated with a funded program in the Funds Management (FM) module. Specifically, the error states that the start date of the funded program should be earlier than or the same as the end date. 
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The start date of the funded program is set to a date that is later than the end date.
  There may be a data entry error where the dates were incorrectly inputted.
  The funded program may have been modified or updated, leading to an inconsistency in the date fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Dates: Review the start and end dates of the funded program in the relevant transaction or configuration screen.
  Correct the Dates: If the start date is later than the end date, adjust the start date to be earlier than or the same as the end date.
  Save Changes: After making the necessary adjustments, save the changes and try to execute the transaction again.
  Validation: Ensure that any related documents or transactions that reference these dates are also updated accordingly to maintain consistency.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes such as FMX1 (Create Funded Program), FMX2 (Change Funded Program), or FMX3 (Display Funded Program) to access and modify the funded program details.
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date formats are consistent with your system settings to avoid any misinterpretation of the dates.
  User Authorization: Make sure you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the funded program.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or your organization's guidelines for managing funded programs in the FM module for additional context and best practices.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the FM_MEASURE007 error and ensure that your funded program dates are correctly configured.