How To Fix IP745 - Enter a start date that is before the end date for scheduling

IP745 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: IP - Messages for preventive maintenance

• Message number: 745

• Message text: Enter a start date that is before the end date for scheduling

What causes this issue?

For this multiple counter maintenance plan, <LS>Start Date</> &V1& is
after <LS>End Date for Scheduling</> &V2&.

System Response

The system will cancel processing.

How to fix this error?

You need to define a <LS>Start Date</> that is before the <LS>End Date
for Scheduling</>.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message IP745 - Enter a start date that is before the end date for scheduling ?

  The SAP error message IP745 ("Enter a start date that is before the end date for scheduling") typically occurs in the context of scheduling operations, such as maintenance plans or production orders. This error indicates that the start date you have entered is not earlier than the end date, which is a requirement for scheduling tasks.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered a start date that is later than or equal to the end date.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the scheduling parameters in the system.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Dates: Review the start and end dates you have entered. Ensure that the start date is indeed earlier than the end date.
  Correct Input: If you find that the dates are incorrect, modify the start