How To Fix MM_PUR_REQN001 - Enter an end date that is after the start date

MM_PUR_REQN001 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MM_PUR_REQN - Purchase Requisition

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Enter an end date that is after the start date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MM_PUR_REQN001 - Enter an end date that is after the start date ?

  The SAP error message MM_PUR_REQN001 indicates that there is an issue with the dates entered in a purchase requisition. Specifically, it means that the end date you have entered is not after the start date, which is a requirement for the system to process the requisition correctly.
  
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs when:
  
  The end date is either the same as the start date or is earlier than the start date.
  There may be a misunderstanding of the date format (e.g., day/month/year vs. month/day/year).
  The dates may have been entered incorrectly due to user error.
  
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Dates: Review the start and end dates you have entered in the purchase requisition. Ensure that the end date is indeed after the start date.
  Correct the Format: Make sure that you are using the correct date format as per your system settings. If your system is set to a specific date format, ensure that