How To Fix J#142 - 'Close from' date must be before 'Close to' date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J# -

• Message number: 142

• Message text: 'Close from' date must be before 'Close to' date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J#142 - 'Close from' date must be before 'Close to' date ?

  The SAP error message J#142, which states that the 'Close from' date must be before the 'Close to' date, typically occurs in the context of closing periods in financial or controlling modules. This error indicates that the date range specified for closing a period is invalid because the start date (Close from) is not earlier than the end date (Close to).
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user has entered the 'Close from' date as the same as or later than the 'Close to' date.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is not allowing the dates to be processed correctly.
  User Input Error: The user may have mistakenly swapped the dates or entered them incorrectly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the dates entered in the transaction. Ensure that the 'Close from' date is earlier than the 'Close to' date.
  
  For example, if you have entered '2023-10-01' as the 'Close from' date, the 'Close to' date should be a date after '2023-10-01', such as '2023-10-31'.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates: If the dates are incorrect, modify them to ensure the 'Close from' date is before the 'Close to' date.
  
  
  Validation: After correcting the dates, validate the entries again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to enter, consult your organization's financial closing procedures or SAP documentation for guidance.
  
  
  System Configuration: If the issue persists even after correcting the dates, it may be necessary to check the system configuration or consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to ensure that there are no underlying issues affecting date processing.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error may occur in various transaction codes related to financial closing, such as F.01 (Financial Statement), F.16 (Close Period), or others depending on your specific SAP setup.
  User Roles: Ensure that the user has the appropriate permissions to perform closing activities, as restrictions may also lead to errors.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message, as there may be updates or fixes available.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the J#142 error and successfully complete the closing process in SAP.