How To Fix INM_TIMELINE_MONITOR004 - Invalid periods: To-date is less than from-date

INM_TIMELINE_MONITOR004 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: INM_TIMELINE_MONITOR - Messages for Timeline Monitor

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Invalid periods: To-date is less than from-date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message INM_TIMELINE_MONITOR004 - Invalid periods: To-date is less than from-date ?

  The SAP error message INM_TIMELINE_MONITOR004: Invalid periods: To-date is less than from-date typically occurs when there is an issue with the date range specified in a transaction or report. This error indicates that the "To-date" you have entered is earlier than the "From-date," which is logically incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered the "To-date" as an earlier date than the "From-date."
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations might lead to incorrect date calculations or defaults.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates you have entered in the transaction or report. Ensure that the "From-date" is earlier than the "To-date."
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, modify them accordingly. For example, if you have entered "From-date" as 2023-10-01 and "To-date"