How To Fix PK242 - 'Date from' must lie before 'Date to'

PK242 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PK - Production - KANBAN

• Message number: 242

• Message text: 'Date from' must lie before 'Date to'

What causes this issue?

You have entered an evaluation period where the start lies date lies
after the end date.

System Response

The system cannot interpret this evaluation period.

How to fix this error?

Enter the date for the start of the evaluation period in the 'Date to'
field and then enter a date for the end of the evaluation period in the
'Date to' field that lies after the start.

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PK242 - 'Date from' must lie before 'Date to' ?

  The SAP error message PK242, which states that the "Date from" must lie before "Date to," typically occurs in scenarios where date ranges are being defined, such as in planning, scheduling, or reporting functions. This error indicates that the start date (Date from) is set to a date that is equal to or later than the end date (Date to), which is logically incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The user has entered the "Date from" value that is either the same as or later than the "Date to" value.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue in the system that is causing the dates to be interpreted incorrectly.
  Data Entry Error: A simple typographical error during data entry can lead to this issue.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the dates entered in the relevant fields. Ensure that the "Date from" is earlier than the "Date to." Adjust the dates accordingly.
  Validation: Implement validation checks in the