How To Fix RECABC005 - &1: from-date (&2) is after to-date (&3)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: RECABC - Basis (Technical Objects - Library)

• Message number: 005

• Message text: &1: from-date (&2) is after to-date (&3)

What causes this issue?

The start date <ZH>&V2&</> of the period is <ZU>after</> the end date
<ZH>&V3&</> of the period.

System Response

The from-date of a period always has to be <ZH>before</> the to-date of
the period.

How to fix this error?

Correct the period so that the chronological order of the dates is
correct.

Procedure for System Administrators

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

Error message extract from SAP system. Copyright SAP SE.

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message RECABC005 - &1: from-date (&2) is after to-date (&3) ?

  The SAP error message RECABC005 indicates that there is a date inconsistency in a record or transaction. Specifically, the error message states that the "from-date" is after the "to-date," which is logically incorrect. This typically occurs in scenarios where date ranges are defined, such as in master data records, planning data, or transaction entries.
  Cause:
  The error is caused by the following:
  
  The "from-date" (start date) is set to a date that is later than the "to-date" (end date).
  This can happen due to manual data entry errors, incorrect data imports, or system-generated records that have not been validated properly.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Identify the Record: Determine which record or transaction is causing the error. The error message usually provides details about the specific record.
  
  
  Check Date Fields: Review the date fields in the record:
  
  Ensure that the "from-date" is earlier than or equal to the "to-date."
  If necessary, adjust the dates to correct the inconsistency.
  
  
  
  Data Validation: Implement validation checks in your data entry processes to prevent this error from occurring in the future. This can include:
  
  Setting up validation rules in the SAP system.
  Providing user training on correct date entry practices.
  
  
  
  Reprocess the Transaction: After correcting the dates, reprocess the transaction or record to ensure that it is accepted by the system without errors.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct dates to use, consult relevant documentation or business rules that govern the date ranges for the specific transaction or record type.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any specific patches or updates related to this error message.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes that may be relevant to the records you are working with (e.g., MM01 for material master, VA01 for sales orders).
  User Roles: Ensure that users have the appropriate roles and authorizations to make changes to date fields in the system.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the RECABC005 error and prevent it from occurring in the future.