How To Fix PRP_UI009 - Start &1 must be before finish &2

PRP_UI009 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: PRP_UI - Error Messages for PRP User Interface

• Message number: 009

• Message text: Start &1 must be before finish &2

What causes this issue?

The finish date &V2& is before the start date &V1&.
The error occurred:
&v3& &v4&

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

System Response

How to fix this error?

Enter a start date that is before or identical to the finish date.

Procedure for System Administrators

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

Smart SAP Assistant

• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message PRP_UI009 - Start &1 must be before finish &2 ?

  The SAP error message PRP_UI009, which states "Start &1 must be before finish &2," typically occurs in the context of project management or scheduling within SAP. This error indicates that there is a conflict in the dates specified for a task or activity, where the start date is set to be after the finish date, which is logically incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has entered the start date later than the finish date for a task or project.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  System Configuration: There may be configuration settings that enforce date validation rules, leading to this error if not adhered to.
  
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Entries: Review the start and finish dates for the task or project in question. Ensure that the start date is earlier than the finish date.
  Correct the Dates: