How To Fix /SAPAPO/CTM_DRS_COMP001 - Start date should be earlier than the end date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/CTM_DRS_COMP -

• Message number: 001

• Message text: Start date should be earlier than the end date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM_DRS_COMP001 - Start date should be earlier than the end date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/CTM_DRS_COMP001 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified for a certain operation, typically in the context of the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module, particularly in the context of the Demand Planning or Supply Network Planning functionalities.
  Cause:
  The error occurs when the start date specified for a planning operation (like a planning run, forecast, or any other time-based activity) is not earlier than the end date. This can happen due to:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The user may have mistakenly entered the start date as later than the end date.
  System Configuration: There may be a configuration issue where the default dates are set incorrectly.
  Data Entry Error: A manual entry error during the planning process.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve this error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs: Review the start and end dates you have entered. Ensure that the start date is indeed earlier than the end date.
  
  
  Adjust Dates: If you find that the dates are incorrect, modify them accordingly. Set the start date to a date that is earlier than the end date.
  
  
  Review Planning Parameters: If the dates are being generated automatically, check the planning parameters or settings in the system to ensure they are configured correctly.
  
  
  Consult Documentation: If you are unsure about the correct date range to use, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or consult with your SAP functional consultant.
  
  
  Test Changes: After making adjustments, re-run the planning operation to see if the error persists.
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that might address this specific error or provide additional context.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with transaction codes related to planning runs in SAP APO, such as /SAPAPO/CTM for the CTM (Capable-to-Match) planning run.
  User Roles: Ensure that you have the appropriate permissions to make changes to planning parameters and date settings.
  Training: If you frequently encounter this error, consider additional training on SAP APO functionalities to better understand date handling and planning processes.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your planning activities in SAP APO.