How To Fix /SAPAPO/MA091 - From date comes after "to" date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MA -

• Message number: 091

• Message text: From date comes after "to" date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA091 - From date comes after "to" date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MA091 indicates that there is a problem with the date range specified in a planning or scheduling transaction within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. Specifically, the error message states that the "from date" comes after the "to date," which means that the start date of a planning period is later than the end date.
  Cause:
  This error typically occurs due to one of the following reasons:
  
  Incorrect Date Input: The user may have inadvertently entered the dates in the wrong order when specifying the planning period.
  Data Entry Error: There may be a typographical error in the date fields.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or settings may lead to incorrect date handling.
  
  Solution:
  To resolve the error, you can take the following steps:
  
  
  Check Date Inputs:
  
  Review the date fields in the transaction where the error occurred.
  Ensure that the "from date" is earlier than the "to date."
  
  
  
  Correct the Dates:
  
  If you find that the dates are indeed in the wrong order, correct them by entering the appropriate values.
  
  
  
  Validation:
  
  After correcting the dates, validate the input to ensure that the error does not reoccur.
  
  
  
  Consult Documentation:
  
  If you are unsure about the correct date range to use, refer to the relevant SAP documentation or user guides for guidance on the specific transaction.
  
  
  
  System Configuration:
  
  If the issue persists and you suspect it may be related to system configuration, consult with your SAP Basis or technical team to review the settings.
  
  
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: The error may occur in various transactions within the APO module, such as those related to demand planning, supply network planning, or production planning.
  SAP Notes: Check for any relevant SAP Notes that may address known issues or provide additional guidance on this error message.
  User Training: Ensure that users are trained on how to correctly input date ranges in the system to prevent similar errors in the future.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/MA091 error and continue with your planning activities in SAP APO.