How To Fix /SAPAPO/MAT702 - End date/time must come after start date/time (&1 &2 &3 &4)

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MAT -

• Message number: 702

• Message text: End date/time must come after start date/time (&1 &2 &3 &4)

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT702 - End date/time must come after start date/time (&1 &2 &3 &4) ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MAT702 indicates that there is an issue with the date and time settings in your SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) system. Specifically, it means that the end date/time you have specified must come after the start date/time. This error typically occurs in scenarios involving planning, scheduling, or data entry where date and time parameters are critical.
  Cause:
  
  Incorrect Date/Time Entry: The most common cause is that the end date/time has been entered incorrectly, either manually or through a data import, such that it is earlier than the start date/time.
  Data Consistency Issues: There may be inconsistencies in the data being processed, such as overlapping time periods or incorrect configurations in the planning object.
  System Configuration: In some cases, the system configuration or settings may not allow for the specified date/time range.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date/Time Entries: Review the start and end date/time values you have entered. Ensure that the end date/time is indeed after the start date/time.
  Adjust Planning Parameters: If you are working with planning objects, ensure that the planning parameters are set correctly and that there are no overlaps in the time periods.
  Data Validation: If the data is being imported or processed in bulk, validate the data to ensure that all date/time entries are correct and consistent.
  Consult Documentation: Refer to SAP documentation or help resources for specific guidelines on date/time formats and requirements in your version of SAP APO.
  Error Handling: If the error persists, consider implementing error handling in your data processing logic to catch and correct such issues before they cause errors in the system.
  
  Related Information:
  
  Transaction Codes: Depending on where you encounter this error, you may be using transaction codes related to planning, such as /SAPAPO/DP for demand planning or /SAPAPO/SNP for supply network planning.
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message. SAP frequently updates its knowledge base with solutions to common problems.
  User Forums: Engage with SAP community forums or user groups where similar issues may have been discussed, and solutions shared.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the /SAPAPO/MAT702 error and ensure that your date/time settings are correct for your planning activities.