How To Fix GA069 - To-date of reference < from-date -> changed to from-date

GA069 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GA - Allocations

• Message number: 069

• Message text: To-date of reference < from-date -> changed to from-date

What causes this issue?

End date &V1& from the reference cycle comes before start date &V2& in
the new cycle.

System Response

The system replaces the end date with the new starting date.

How to fix this error?

Check both dates carefully before proceeding.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

GA069 - Details

• The SAP error message GA069 typically indicates that there is a discrepancy between the "from-date" and "to-date" in a reference document, such as a contract or a master data record. This error often arises in the context of time-dependent data, where the system expects the "to-date" to be greater than or equal to the "from-date."
  
  Cause:
  
  Date Mismatch: The "to-date" of a reference document has been changed to a date that is earlier than the "from-date." This creates a logical inconsistency, as the "to-date" should always be later than or equal to the "from-date."
  Data Entry Error: A user may have inadvertently entered incorrect dates while creating or modifying a record.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the date handling in the system, especially if custom developments or enhancements are involved.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the reference document to ensure that the "from-date" and "to-date" are set correctly. The "to-date" should be