How To Fix LCM_DOCUMENT114 - Start date should be before End date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: LCM_DOCUMENT - Message Class for LCM Document

• Message number: 114

• Message text: Start date should be before End date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message LCM_DOCUMENT114 - Start date should be before End date ?

  The SAP error message LCM_DOCUMENT114 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified in a document or transaction. Specifically, the error states that the "Start date should be before End date." This typically occurs in scenarios where date ranges are required, such as in planning, scheduling, or document management.
  
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following situations:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The start date has been entered as the same as or after the end date.
  Data Entry Mistakes: Users may accidentally input the dates in the wrong order or format.
  System 
  Configuration Issues: In some cases, the system configuration may not allow for certain date ranges, leading to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs:
  
  Review the start and end dates you have entered.
  Ensure that the start date is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If the start date is the same as or later than