How To Fix GHO_PLN_DIF037 - Item Start date is less than Item End date

GHO_PLN_DIF037 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: GHO_PLN_DIF - GHO_PLN_DIF

• Message number: 037

• Message text: Item Start date is less than Item End date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message GHO_PLN_DIF037 - Item Start date is less than Item End date ?

  The SAP error message GHO_PLN_DIF037, which states "Item Start date is less than Item End date," typically occurs in the context of planning or scheduling within SAP systems. This error indicates that there is a logical inconsistency in the dates assigned to a particular item or task, where the start date is set to a date that is earlier than the end date, which is not allowed.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered the start date incorrectly, making it earlier than the end date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in the date formats or values.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings in the SAP system that enforce date validation rules, leading to this error.
  User Input Error: Users may inadvertently select the wrong dates due to interface issues or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: