How To Fix ID_FIAA_BR020 - Start date (&1) must fall before the report date (&2)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ID_FIAA_BR -

• Message number: 020

• Message text: Start date (&1) must fall before the report date (&2)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ID_FIAA_BR020 - Start date (&1) must fall before the report date (&2) ?

  The SAP error message ID_FIAA_BR020 indicates that there is a date validation issue in the system. Specifically, the error states that the start date provided (represented as &1) must be earlier than the report date (represented as &2). This typically occurs in financial reporting or asset accounting transactions where date parameters are critical for processing.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The start date entered is either the same as or later than the report date.
  Data Entry Error: Users may have mistakenly input the dates in the wrong order or format.
  System Configuration: There may be specific configurations or validations set up in the system that enforce this rule.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the start date and report date fields in the transaction or report you are trying to execute. Ensure that the start date is indeed earlier than the report date.
  Correct the Dates: If the start date is incorrect, modify it to a date that is earlier than the report date.
  Re-run the Report: After correcting the dates, attempt to run the report or transaction again.
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to use, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or consult with your financial team for guidance on the appropriate date ranges.
  System Configuration Review: If the issue persists and you believe the dates are correct, it may be necessary to review the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that there are no underlying issues.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to asset accounting, such as AS01 (Create Asset), AS02 (Change Asset), or reports like S_ALR_87011963 (Asset History Sheet).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional context on date handling in your version of SAP.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the importance of date accuracy in financial reporting to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and successfully execute your report or transaction.