How To Fix PLM_AUDIT_APPL050 - Choose a "Valid To" date that is later than the "Valid From" date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PLM_AUDIT_APPL - Audit Application

• Message number: 050

• Message text: Choose a "Valid To" date that is later than the "Valid From" date

What causes this issue?

You entered a "Valid To" date for the audit component &V1& that is
before the "Valid From" date. This entry is invalid.

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?

Change the validity data for the audit component &V1&.

Procedure for System Administrators

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL050 - Choose a "Valid To" date that is later than the "Valid From" date ?

  The SAP error message PLM_AUDIT_APPL050 indicates that there is an issue with the date fields in a particular transaction or process related to Product Lifecycle Management (PLM). Specifically, it suggests that the "Valid To" date you have entered is not later than the "Valid From" date, which is a requirement for the system to process the data correctly.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when:
  
  The "Valid From" date is set to a date that is equal to or later than the "Valid To" date.
  This can happen due to user input errors, such as entering the dates incorrectly or misunderstanding the date fields.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you should:
  
  Check the Dates: Review the "Valid From" and "Valid To" dates you have entered.
  Adjust the Dates: Ensure that the "Valid To" date is set to a date that is later than the "Valid From" date. For example, if "Valid From" is set to January 1, 2023, then "Valid To" should be set to any date after January 1, 2023 (e.g., January 2, 2023, or later).
  Re-enter the Dates: After making the necessary adjustments, re-enter the dates in the appropriate fields.
  Save the Changes: Once the dates are corrected, save the changes and proceed with the transaction.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Date Format: Ensure that the date format you are using is consistent with the format expected by the SAP system (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY or MM/DD/YYYY).
  Validation Rules: Familiarize yourself with any validation rules or business logic that may apply to the date fields in your specific SAP configuration.
  User Training: If this error occurs frequently, consider providing additional training or documentation for users to help them understand how to correctly enter date values.
  
  If you continue to experience issues after following these steps, it may be helpful to consult with your SAP support team or refer to SAP documentation for further assistance.