How To Fix /SAPAPO/CDPSFIXING005 - The end of the interval must be later than the start of the interval

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CDPSFIXING -

• Message number: 005

• Message text: The end of the interval must be later than the start of the interval

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSFIXING005 - The end of the interval must be later than the start of the interval ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CDPSFIXING005 indicates that there is an issue with the time interval specified in a planning or scheduling operation within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error states that "The end of the interval must be later than the start of the interval." This typically occurs when the time period defined for a certain operation, such as a demand planning or supply planning activity, has an invalid configuration where the end time is not after the start time.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Time Interval: The most common cause is that the user has entered a time interval where the end date/time is earlier than or equal to the start date/time.
  Data Entry Error: Manual data entry mistakes can lead to incorrect time intervals being specified.
  Configuration Issues: There may be issues in the configuration of the planning books or data views that lead to incorrect time intervals being generated.
  Master Data Issues: Problems with master data, such as incorrect validity periods for products or resources, can also lead to this error.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Time Interval: Review the time interval you are trying to set. Ensure that the end date/time is indeed later than the start date/time.
  Correct Data Entry: If the error is due to manual entry, correct the values to ensure they are valid.
  Review Planning Books: If the error arises from a planning book or data view, check the configuration to ensure that the intervals are set correctly.
  Validate Master Data: Ensure that the master data (like product master, resource master, etc.) is correctly configured and that the validity periods are appropriate.
  Testing: After making corrections, test the changes in a development or test environment before applying them in production to ensure that the error is resolved.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: You may need to use transaction codes like /SAPAPO/CDPSFIX to access the relevant planning books or data views.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional guidance.
  Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation for APO to understand how time intervals are defined and managed within the system.
  Support: If the issue persists after checking the above points, consider reaching out to SAP support or your internal SAP team for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to identify and resolve the issue causing the error message /SAPAPO/CDPSFIXING005.