How To Fix /SAPAPO/AHT011 - End date precedes start date; correct the entry

/SAPAPO/AHT011 - Overview

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/AHT -

• Message number: 011

• Message text: End date precedes start date; correct the entry

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/AHT011 - End date precedes start date; correct the entry ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/AHT011 End date precedes start date; correct the entry typically occurs in the Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module when there is an inconsistency in the date entries for a planning object, such as a production order, a planning version, or a similar entity. This error indicates that the end date you have entered is earlier than the start date, which is logically incorrect.
  
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date Entry: The most common cause is that the user has mistakenly entered an end date that is earlier than the start date.
  Data Migration Issues: If data has been migrated from another system, there may be inconsistencies in date formats or values.
  User Input Error: Manual data entry errors can lead to this issue, especially if the dates are entered in a hurry or without proper validation.
  System Configuration: In some cases, system settings or configurations may lead to unexpected behavior in date handling.
  
  
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