How To Fix J3R_LEGAL_FORMS210 - Inventory period start must be earlier than period end

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: J3R_LEGAL_FORMS - Legal forms RU

• Message number: 210

• Message text: Inventory period start must be earlier than period end

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS210 - Inventory period start must be earlier than period end ?

  The SAP error message J3R_LEGAL_FORMS210 indicates that there is an issue with the inventory period dates in the legal forms processing. Specifically, the error states that the "inventory period start must be earlier than period end." This typically occurs when the start date of the inventory period is set to a date that is equal to or later than the end date.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date of the inventory period has been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data import.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is causing the dates to be set incorrectly.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, the dates may not have been mapped correctly.
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Entries: 
  
  Navigate to the relevant transaction or configuration area where the inventory period is defined.
  Verify that the start date is indeed earlier than the end date. If not, correct the dates accordingly.
  
  
  
  Adjust Configuration:
  
  If the dates are set through configuration, ensure that the settings are correct and that the system allows for the proper date range.
  
  
  
  Review Data Migration:
  
  If this issue arose after a data migration, review the migration process to ensure that date fields were correctly populated.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidance on how to set up inventory periods correctly.
  
  
  
  Contact Support:
  
  If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal IT team for further assistance.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on your SAP version, you may need to use specific transaction codes to access the inventory period settings (e.g., J3R for legal forms).
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide additional troubleshooting steps.
  User Permissions: Ensure that you have the necessary permissions to make changes to the inventory period settings.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and ensure that your inventory periods are set up correctly.