How To Fix /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE007 - Period is invalid. End date &2 is before start date &1

/ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE007 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE -

• Message number: 007

• Message text: Period is invalid. End date &2 is before start date &1

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE007 - Period is invalid. End date &2 is before start date &1 ?

  The SAP error message /ISDFPS/MSG_GAF_PE007 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified in a process, where the end date is earlier than the start date. This is a common validation error in SAP systems, particularly in modules related to planning, forecasting, or project management.
  
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The end date (&2) is set to a date that is earlier than the start date (&1).
  This can happen due to user input errors, incorrect data entry, or issues in the configuration of the planning or scheduling parameters.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates you have entered for the relevant process. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the end date is indeed before the start date, correct the dates accordingly. Make sure to save the changes.
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, re-run