How To Fix MF509 - From date greater than to date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MF - MPS planning and evaluation

• Message number: 509

• Message text: From date greater than to date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MF509 - From date greater than to date ?

  The SAP error message MF509 ("From date greater than to date") typically occurs in the context of planning or scheduling activities, such as when you are trying to create or modify a planning scenario, production order, or similar transaction where date ranges are involved.
  Cause:
  The error indicates that the "From date" you have entered is later than the "To date." This is logically incorrect because a date range should always have the start date (From date) earlier than or equal to the end date (To date).
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  
  Check the Dates: 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 Input: If you find that the dates are incorrectly entered, modify the "From date" or "To date" as necessary to ensure the correct order.
  
  
  Validation: After making the changes, validate the input again to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  Re-run the Process: Once the dates are corrected, re-run the process that triggered the error to see if it resolves the issue.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes related to planning, such as MD01 (MRP Run), CO01 (Create Production Order), etc.
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date format you are using is consistent with the format expected by SAP (e.g., DD.MM.YYYY).
  User Permissions: Sometimes, user permissions can restrict access to certain fields. Ensure you have the necessary permissions to modify the date fields.
  SAP Notes: If the issue persists or if you encounter additional related errors, check SAP Notes or the SAP Support Portal for any known issues or patches related to your version of SAP.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MF509 error and proceed with your planning or scheduling tasks in SAP.