How To Fix MM_PUR_PR_EXT_MSG004 - Creation Date From must be earlier than Creation Date To

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_PR_EXT_MSG - Test job log

• Message number: 004

• Message text: Creation Date From must be earlier than Creation Date To

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_PR_EXT_MSG004 - Creation Date From must be earlier than Creation Date To ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_PR_EXT_MSG004 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified for a purchase requisition (PR) in the system. Specifically, the error states that the "Creation Date From" must be earlier than the "Creation Date To." This typically occurs when a user is trying to filter or search for purchase requisitions using a date range, and the dates provided do not meet the required criteria.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The user has entered the "Creation Date From" as a later date than the "Creation Date To."
  Data Entry Error: There may have been a typographical error when entering the dates.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may lead to unexpected behavior regarding date handling.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs:
  
  Go back to the screen where you entered the dates.
  Ensure that the "Creation Date From" is set to an earlier date than the "Creation Date To."
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If you find that the dates are incorrect, adjust them accordingly. For example, if you have "Creation Date From" set to 2023-10-15 and "Creation Date To" set to 2023-10-10, change the "Creation Date From" to a date earlier than 2023-10-10.
  
  
  
  Re-enter the Dates:
  
  After correcting the dates, re-enter them in the appropriate fields and try to execute the action again.
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  If the error persists, double-check for any additional filters or settings that might be affecting the date range.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Documentation: Refer to the official SAP documentation for more details on handling purchase requisitions and date filters.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on the correct procedures for entering date ranges in SAP to avoid similar errors in the future.
  Support: If the issue continues after verifying the dates, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting with a functional consultant who specializes in the MM (Materials Management) module.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the MM_PUR_PR_EXT_MSG004 error and successfully create or search for purchase requisitions within the specified date range.