How To Fix /INCMD/MSG307 - Valid-end date cannot be before valid-from date for relation &1

/INCMD/MSG307 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /INCMD/MSG -

• Message number: 307

• Message text: Valid-end date cannot be before valid-from date for relation &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /INCMD/MSG307 - Valid-end date cannot be before valid-from date for relation &1 ?

  The SAP error message /INCMD/MSG307 Valid-end date cannot be before valid-from date for relation &1 typically occurs in the context of managing relationships or validity periods for master data, such as in the areas of customer/vendor master data, material master, or other related entities.
  
  Cause:
  This error indicates that there is an inconsistency in the date fields for a relationship or validity period. Specifically, it means that the "valid-end date" is set to a date that is earlier than the "valid-from date." This is logically incorrect because a validity period cannot end before it starts.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Dates: Review the valid-from and valid-end dates for the relationship in question (indicated by &1). Ensure that the valid-end date is not earlier than the valid-from date.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the valid-end date is indeed set incorrectly, update it to a date that is equal to or later