How To Fix ITOBFLTCON051 - 'Date From' must be the same or smaller than the 'Date To'

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: ITOBFLTCON - Messages for Consumption Control

• Message number: 051

• Message text: 'Date From' must be the same or smaller than the 'Date To'

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message ITOBFLTCON051 - 'Date From' must be the same or smaller than the 'Date To' ?

  The SAP error message ITOBFLTCON051 indicates that there is a validation issue with date fields in a transaction or report where the 'Date From' must be the same as or earlier than the 'Date To'. This error typically occurs in scenarios where date ranges are specified, such as in selection screens for reports, data extraction, or filtering.
  Cause:
  The error is triggered when the user inputs a 'Date From' that is later than the 'Date To'. This violates the logical requirement that a start date must not exceed the end date in any date range.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Dates: Review the dates you have entered in the 'Date From' and 'Date To' fields. Ensure that the 'Date From' is either the same as or earlier than the 'Date To'.
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If you find that 'Date From' is later than 'Date To', adjust the dates accordingly. For example, if you have:
  
  Date From: 2023-10-15
  Date To: 2023-10-10
  You should change the 'Date From' to a date that is on or before 2023-10-10.
  
  
  
  Re-run the Transaction: After correcting the dates, re-run the transaction or report to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Formats: Ensure that the dates are entered in the correct format as expected by the SAP system (e.g., YYYY-MM-DD).
  User Input Validation: If you are developing or customizing a report or transaction, consider implementing input validation to prevent users from entering invalid date ranges.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files for specific transactions or reports to understand any additional constraints or requirements related to date inputs.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address specific issues or enhancements related to date handling in the version of SAP you are using.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the ITOBFLTCON051 error and successfully execute your transaction or report.