How To Fix /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL060 - Enter a valid from-date and to-date

SAP Error Message - Details

• Message type: E = Error

• Message class: /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL -

• Message number: 060

• Message text: Enter a valid from-date and to-date

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• What is the cause and solution for SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL060 - Enter a valid from-date and to-date ?

  The SAP error message /SAPAPO/MSDP_REL060 indicates that there is an issue with the date range specified in a transaction or report within the SAP Advanced Planning and Optimization (APO) module. This error typically occurs when the "from-date" or "to-date" fields are either empty, incorrectly formatted, or not valid based on the system's date settings.
  Cause:
  
  Empty Date Fields: The "from-date" or "to-date" fields may not have been filled in.
  Invalid Date Format: The dates entered may not conform to the expected format (e.g., DD/MM/YYYY vs. MM/DD/YYYY).
  Logical Errors: The "from-date" may be later than the "to-date", which is logically incorrect.
  System Settings: The system may have specific date ranges that are not being adhered to, such as fiscal year settings or planning horizons.
  
  Solution:
  
  Check Date Fields: Ensure that both the "from-date" and "to-date" fields are filled in correctly.
  Correct Format: Verify that the dates are in the correct format as per your system's configuration.
  Logical Consistency: Make sure that the "from-date" is earlier than the "to-date".
  Review System Settings: Check if there are any specific date restrictions or settings in the system that need to be adhered to.
  User Authorization: Ensure that you have the necessary authorizations to access the data for the specified date range.
  
  Related Information:
  
  SAP Notes: Check SAP Notes for any known issues or patches related to this error message.
  Documentation: Refer to the SAP APO documentation for guidelines on date handling and planning horizons.
  Transaction Codes: Familiarize yourself with relevant transaction codes in SAP APO that may involve date inputs, such as /SAPAPO/SDP94 (for planning) or /SAPAPO/MC90 (for planning book).
  Support: If the issue persists, consider reaching out to your SAP support team or consulting the SAP Community for further assistance.
  
  By following these steps, you should be able to resolve the error and proceed with your tasks in SAP APO.