How To Fix FR162 - End of interval & is before start of interval &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: FR - Messages for FI Reporting

• Message number: 162

• Message text: End of interval & is before start of interval &

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message FR162 - End of interval & is before start of interval & ?

  The SAP error message FR162 ("End of interval & is before start of interval &") typically occurs in the context of time management or scheduling within SAP systems, particularly when dealing with time intervals for activities, resources, or planning.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is a logical inconsistency in the time intervals being defined. Specifically, it means that the end time of a certain interval is set to a value that is earlier than the start time of that same interval. This can happen in various scenarios, such as:
  
  Incorrectly entered time data in a time management module.
  Misconfigured scheduling parameters.
  Overlapping or conflicting time entries in planning or resource allocation.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the FR162 error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Time Entries: Review the time entries or intervals that you are trying to create or modify. Ensure that the end time is indeed after the start time.
  
  
  Correct Data Input: If you find any