How To Fix OE651 - From Date must be earlier than To Date

OE651 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: OE - IS-Oil: ITA/TPI messages

• Message number: 651

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

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message OE651 - From Date must be earlier than To Date ?

  The SAP error message OE651 ("From Date must be earlier than To Date") typically occurs when a user is trying to enter a date range in a transaction or report where the "From Date" is not earlier than the "To Date." This is a common validation check to ensure that the date range is logical and makes sense.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The user may have mistakenly entered the "From Date" as the same as or later than the "To Date."
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or settings may lead to this error if date ranges are not properly defined.
  Data Migration Issues: If data is being migrated or imported, incorrect date formats or values can lead to this error.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates entered in the fields. Ensure that the "From Date" is indeed earlier than the "To Date." 
  
  For example, if you have entered "2023-10-15" as the "From