How To Fix ISU_GS_IN_SMS042 - From Date ' &1 'is greater than To Date ' &2 '. Please enter valid dates.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ISU_GS_IN_SMS - Message class for IS-U: India localization for SMS Services

• Message number: 042

• Message text: From Date ' &1 'is greater than To Date ' &2 '. Please enter valid dates.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ISU_GS_IN_SMS042 - From Date ' &1 'is greater than To Date ' &2 '. Please enter valid dates. ?

  The SAP error message ISU_GS_IN_SMS042 indicates that there is a date validation issue in your input. Specifically, it means that the "From Date" you have entered is greater than the "To Date." This is a common error when dealing with date ranges in SAP, particularly in modules like IS-U (Utilities).
  Cause:
  
  The user has entered a "From Date" that is later than the "To Date" in a transaction or report.
  This can happen due to manual entry errors, incorrect date formats, or misunderstanding of the date fields.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates you have entered in the relevant fields. Ensure that the "From Date" is earlier than or equal to the "To Date."
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that the "From Date" is indeed greater than the "To Date," correct the dates accordingly. For example, if you have:
  
  From Date: 2023-10-15
  To Date: 2023-10-10
  You should change the "From Date" to a date that is on or before the "To Date."
  
  
  
  Date Format: Ensure that the dates are in the correct format as expected by the system. Sometimes, date format issues can lead to confusion.
  
  
  Validation Logic: If you are using a custom program or report, check the logic that validates the dates. Ensure that it correctly handles the date comparisons.
  
  
  User Training: If this is a recurring issue, consider providing training or documentation to users on how to correctly enter date ranges.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the SAP Help Portal or specific IS-U documentation for more details on date handling and validation.
  Transaction Codes: If you are working within a specific transaction, check the transaction code documentation for any specific requirements regarding date inputs.
  Support: If the issue persists and you cannot find a resolution, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with an SAP expert.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ISU_GS_IN_SMS042 error and successfully enter valid date ranges in your SAP system.