How To Fix PH219 - Specified end date & is before start date of IT 0283 Archived Objects &

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PH - PA: Archiving & Reorganization

• Message number: 219

• Message text: Specified end date & is before start date of IT 0283 Archived Objects &

What causes this issue?

You have specified an archiving date. This date is transferred by the
system to infotype 0283 <LS>Archived Objects</> as an end date.
However, the infotype's start date comes after this end date.

System Response

The system issues an error message and will not allow you to continue with this transaction until the error is resolved.

How to fix this error?

Check the archiving date you have specified. Check the end date
assigned to the previous infotype record of infotype 0283 <LS>Archived
Objects</>. Choose a later archiving date, if necessary.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PH219 - Specified end date & is before start date of IT 0283 Archived Objects & ?

  The SAP error message PH219 indicates that there is a problem with the dates specified in the infotype (IT) 0283, which is related to archived objects. Specifically, the error states that the specified end date is before the start date, which is not valid.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause of this error is that the end date entered for the infotype record is earlier than the start date. This can happen due to manual data entry errors.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system or if there have been changes in the data structure, it may lead to inconsistencies in date entries.
  System Configuration: There may be issues with the configuration of the infotype or the way the system handles archived objects.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the entries for the start date and end date in infotype 0283. Ensure that the end date is not earlier than the start date. If it is, correct the dates accordingly.
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in the data entry process to prevent users from entering invalid date ranges.
  Review Archived Objects: If the error is related to archived objects, ensure that the archiving process has been correctly configured and that the data being accessed is valid.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for infotype 0283 to understand the expected date formats and constraints.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address this specific error or provide guidance on handling archived objects.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Infotype 0283: This infotype is used to manage archived objects in SAP. It is important to understand how it interacts with other infotypes and the overall data management process.
  Date Formats: Ensure that the date formats used in your SAP system are consistent with the expected formats (e.g., DD.MM.YYYY).
  User Training: Provide training for users who are responsible for entering data into SAP to minimize the occurrence of such errors in the future.
  System Logs: Check system logs for any additional error messages or warnings that may provide more context about the issue.
  
  If the problem persists after checking the above points, it may be necessary to involve your SAP support team or consult with SAP support for further assistance.