How To Fix G3636 - TO period/year &1 precedes FROM period/year &2 (correct)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: G3 - Messages for SAP Consolidation: Integration

• Message number: 636

• Message text: TO period/year &1 precedes FROM period/year &2 (correct)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message G3636 - TO period/year &1 precedes FROM period/year &2 (correct) ?

  The SAP error message G3636 indicates that there is a problem with the period and year settings in a financial transaction or report. Specifically, it means that the "TO" period/year specified is earlier than the "FROM" period/year, which is not valid. This error typically occurs in financial postings, reporting, or when trying to execute certain transactions that involve date ranges.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Range: The user has entered a "TO" period/year that is earlier than the "FROM" period/year.
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the periods.
  
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the configuration of the fiscal year variant or periods may not align correctly, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values entered for the "FROM" and "TO" periods/years. Ensure that the "TO" period/year is equal to or later than the "FROM" period/year.
  Correct the Date Range: If the values are incorrect, adjust them accordingly. For example, if