How To Fix MSGCL_OPS_SE_PUR032 - Upper Boundary is less than the Lower Boundary in the selection criteria.

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: MSGCL_OPS_SE_PUR - Message Class for Purchase Order Messages

• Message number: 032

• Message text: Upper Boundary is less than the Lower Boundary in the selection criteria.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message MSGCL_OPS_SE_PUR032 - Upper Boundary is less than the Lower Boundary in the selection criteria. ?

  The SAP error message MSGCL_OPS_SE_PUR032 indicates that there is an issue with the selection criteria in a report or transaction where the upper boundary value is less than the lower boundary value. This typically occurs in scenarios where you are trying to filter data based on a range, such as dates, quantities, or other numerical values.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by incorrect input in the selection criteria fields. Specifically, it means that the value you have entered for the upper limit is less than the value for the lower limit. For example, if you are trying to filter a range of dates and you enter a start date (lower boundary) of January 10, 2023, and an end date (upper boundary) of January 5, 2023, this will trigger the error.
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, follow these steps:
  
  
  Check Input Values: Review the values you have entered in the selection criteria. Ensure that the upper boundary value is greater than or equal to the lower boundary value.
  
  
  Correct the Range: If you find that the upper boundary is indeed less than the lower boundary, correct the values. For example, if you are filtering by date, make sure the end date is after the start date.
  
  
  Validation: After making the corrections, re-run the report or transaction to see if the error persists.
  
  
  User Input: If the selection criteria are being populated dynamically (e.g., through user input or a program), ensure that the logic used to set these values is correct and accounts for the necessary conditions.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: This error can occur in various transaction codes where selection criteria are used, such as reports in purchasing, sales, or inventory management.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help files related to the specific transaction or report you are using for more context on the selection criteria.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to the specific transaction or report that may address this error.
  
  By ensuring that the selection criteria are correctly set, you should be able to resolve the MSGCL_OPS_SE_PUR032 error and proceed with your task in SAP.